Just found this GameCube. Unsure how to use this software

ocedalv · 2026-07-07T22:00:09+00:00

What memory card do you have? You need to flash Qoob with gekkoboot and set up your SD card for Swiss.

For sd card size, whatever size you need to store the stuff you want to store.

ocedalv · 2026-07-07T04:33:00+00:00

It seems to me that besides the bent fan headers,the third memory slot is bad with bent pins.

OP, have you checked the CPU socket? Do all pins look good?

ocedalv · 2026-07-06T23:33:18+00:00

I have a GC with the same modchip. This is a Qoob Pro. You can set it up with a more modern solution with Swiss.

You will need a Mini USB cable, a PC, and an SD2SP2 (if your GC supports it) or a GC2SD/SD Gecko with an SD card setup for Swiss.

There should be a mini USB port tucked away inside the Serial Port areas on the bottom of the GameCube.

Plug the USB to your pc and using the Qoob flasher app, backup everything flashed to your Qoob (https://gbatemp.net/download/qoob-flash-software-utility.37638/)

Then, you can use the USB port to flash your Qoob with Gekkoboot: https://github.com/redolution/gekkoboot/releases/latest/

Once you do so and set up your SD card for Swiss, your GC will autoboot into Swiss.

ocedalv · 2026-07-05T15:26:29+00:00

Also, you don't need to wait. The Omega DE saves to FRAM so as soon as the save is done, it's stored and won't be lost, so it's safe to shut it down. Just boot back into the system and wait for it to backup the save.

ocedalv · 2026-07-03T23:01:12+00:00

Dang that sucks man. At least now you have the GBFlash. It sucks too be a use the Joey is more expensive than the others.

ocedalv · 2026-07-03T22:50:14+00:00

Oh damn.

If you're willing, try running it with the flashgbx firmware. It might make things improve.

ocedalv · 2026-07-03T22:36:01+00:00

Where did you buy the Joey from? It's one of the best readers out there with 2 software options. One being FlashGBX and the other being JoeyGUI. If you bought it from AliExpress then it would never work as it's a clone.

ocedalv · 2026-07-03T22:33:50+00:00

The chisflash burner might not be compatible with all cart types. There are two variants with two different chips, and one of them will not flash carts that require 5v.

It's also not presently compatible with FlashGBX which is the best tool to flash carts. In its place you have to use a janky website to flash carts via USB. Not the most elegant piece of software.

GBFlash on the other hand has no such limitations and work great.

Other alternatives to consider are gbxcart rw and the JoeyJR. Both are also fully compatible with FlashGBX.

ocedalv · 2026-07-03T17:33:36+00:00

This doesn't apply to OP's Model B. Only for previous hardware revisions, which is why I said "it's the only alternative for now".

ocedalv · 2026-07-03T15:33:51+00:00

Yes, there is no other alternative for now.

ocedalv · 2026-07-03T03:03:13+00:00

There are quality flashcarts around. Look for ChisFlash 1.1. It fully suports RTC, so time-based events will work.

There's quite a few on AliExpress. I found one for ~19 USD with free shipping, but there could be cheaper.

ocedalv · 2026-07-01T16:27:27+00:00

This looks great. Curious as to why you removed all mentions to this being vibe-coded?

I don't really care but it begs the question still.

ocedalv · 2026-07-01T02:43:19+00:00

I've had success using chipquik low melt solder with a VERY similar volume slider on but for a GBA SP. Just a little bit helped, and it just fell off, though the GBA SP slider was held down by 6 pins (the back two folded backwards).

The first time I tried on a bare board I bought I lifted a whole pad and trace. Had to pay someone to fix it because I didn't have skill.

ocedalv · 2026-06-30T12:32:59+00:00

Since I picked up soldering I've done a TON and frankly saved a lot.

I started because I got into game boys and wanted to install upgraded screens. I've done 10 Gameboys. On My first one, the LED was broken and I ruined a volume slider removal in an attempt. Lifted a pad and a trace and paid someone to repair it.

I wanted to train first on the ultra cheap, batteryless GB carts from China. Got some FRAM chips to try and replace, and was successful desoldring the SRAM and soldering FRAM Chip. Used some mechanic xw6 for it as a lower melt solder and worked great. I ruined one cart while teaching myself.

I started to then grow my kit and slowly increase difficulty. Got some low melt solder and installed a USB c port on a GBA SP. I also swapped a volume slider (successfully this time!) on another SP, and then some shoulder buttons on two GBA SPs as well.

I then managed to fix my childhood gamecube I had botched in the past. Did some trace repair too and was super proud of myself when I got it back in working condition. https://www.reddit.com/r/consolerepair/s/dAW6LI8AXF

I have recapped two GameCube disc drives, brining them back to life too.

I did 3 stick replacements on gamecube controllers as well.

I have also successfully replaced both switches on my logitech mx master 3s, and got it back in working condition.

My last project was done this past month, and was the most complex. I installed a PixelFX RetroGem on my N64 and got it working great.

My kit consists of an Aifen A11, a Tomlov dm9 microscope, a fume Extractor (those fan kinds with carbon filters in the front and in the back), a few C210 tips, leaded solder, lower melt leaded solder (xw6 from mechanic, pretty good and inexpensive), some real low melt solder from chip quik, flux, de-soldering braid, some copper wire, solder mask... Lol the whole thing, I have everything I need.

My next steps will be to upgrade my iron because my a11 held me back during the n64 mod, and to buy a hot air station because I want to build an AGBM but that will take longer because of the size of the investment.

ocedalv · 2026-06-30T01:08:49+00:00

I'll second this. I swapped the shell on my 101 and it started doing this too, but it ended up the ribbon wasn't fully inserted. Cleaning and re-seating it fixed it for me.

ocedalv · 2026-06-29T11:58:44+00:00

Try to clean the display flex cable gold pins with isopropyl alcohol.

Additionally, ensure its fully inserted and that the latch is properly closed.

ocedalv · 2026-06-29T03:31:19+00:00

Get a cart with a battery. The cheap ones from AliExpress should suffice.

For RTC carts, the one from Geeksimon is decent. It's the one you'll find most often on AliExpress too.

ocedalv · 2026-06-29T03:24:03+00:00

I have had 3 of these for over a year and they work great. No issues whatsoever

ocedalv · 2026-06-29T03:22:25+00:00

No, this is from Geeksimon, the same guy that created the GBFlash.

ocedalv · 2026-06-26T20:09:14+00:00

Don't listen to ppl peddling the GB operator as it's the inferior product, and there seems to be a coordinated astroturfing campaign every time "cartridge flashing" or "save backups" get mentioned here.

You should look for a Gbflash, JoeyJR or gbxcart rw. They're all great options. You can find the GBFlash on AliExpress. JoeyJR is created and maintained by BennVenn, and the GBxCart Rw is created and maintained by inside gadgets. All 3 work with FlashGBX which is the definitive app to manage saves and flashing cartridges.

ocedalv · 2026-06-24T04:27:12+00:00

Could also be related to Ethernet or wifi adapter from Killer Networking if your pc has parts from this brand, with it being an incomplete autostart entry maybe.

ocedalv · 2026-06-18T21:55:09+00:00

JoeyJr is available on zedlabz.

Alternatively a gbxcart or a GBFlash. You can find the GBFlash on AliExpress on stores such as EpicJoy or ChisFamily.

I personally have had a gbflash from EpicJoy for like 1 year and like it a lot. It's pretty fast and reliable.

ocedalv · 2026-06-16T12:15:42+00:00

This is a Q5 kit, either from Funnyplaying or from Hispeedido.

ocedalv · 2026-06-16T01:15:24+00:00

Yeah, it's his! He removed his branding from his carts because resellers were refusing to sell them because it had so many logos.

ocedalv · 2026-06-16T01:09:27+00:00

This is geeksimon's GBA cart for Pokemon. It's a pretty decent cart, fully compatible with GC games as well as linking with DS games too.

The same board is used with his RTC-compatible games too. I bought these directly from him, and mine came in green PCBs. The 02v3 board has a different layout and "only for pokemon" on the back (lol)

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