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{{Infobox Switch Homebrews
{{Infobox Switch Homebrews
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|title=L4T Fedora
|image=l4tfedoraswitch.png
|image=l4tfedoranx.png
|description=Fedora OS for Nintendo Switch.
|description=Fedora OS for Nintendo Switch.
|author=AzkaliManad
|author=AzkaliManad
|lastupdated=2023/03/27
|lastupdated=2023/04/26
|type=Operating systems
|type=Operating systems
|version=37.0
|version=5.1.0
|license=Mixed
|license=Mixed
|download=https://download.azka.li/stable/fedora/switch-fedora-2023-03-27.7z
|download=https://wiki.switchroot.org/en/Linux/Fedora-Install-Guide
|website=https://twitter.com/AzkaliManad
|website=https://twitter.com/AzkaliManad
|source=
|source=
|donation=https://www.patreon.com/azkali
|donation=https://www.patreon.com/azkali
}}
}}
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L4T Fedora is a project by AzkaliManad that patches the Linux kernel to allow Fedora 37 runs on all Switch models using the L4T BSP.  
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L4T Fedora is a Linux distribution that offers a fast, stable, and secure operating system for various devices, including the Nintendo Switch.


Fedora for Switch is a project by AzkaliManad that patches the Linux kernel to run on all Switch models using the L4T BSP. This means that Fedora can take advantage of the Nvidia drivers and hardware acceleration on the Switch.
==Installation==
'''Note:''' hekate 6.0.3 or newer is required.


Fedora for Switch allows you to run a full desktop environment, access thousands of software packages, and enjoy some Switch games and programs natively on your device. If you are looking for a new way to experience your Switch, you can try Fedora for Switch today!
First boot can take some time, simply wait for things to complete. You can simply follow the [https://wiki.switchroot.org/en/Linux/Fedora-Install-Guide switchroot wiki page] for L4T installation.


==Installation==
During initial setup, it is advised to only set the timezone and user account (or root account if you feel adventurous), press on finish configuration and wait until it finishes (even if it prompts to end the task).
'''Prerequisites:'''
* [[Hekate - Nyx Switch|hekate]] 6.0.3 or newer.
* A 16GB SD Card MINIMUM (Recommended: 128GB and up U3 or U3/A2 class)
* A computer (for backing up and extracting the installation files)
* Latest [https://download.azka.li/stable/fedora/ L4T Fedora rootfs].


Here are the steps to install Fedora on Nintendo Switch:
==Screenshots==
 
https://dlhb.gamebrew.org/switchhomebrews/l4tfedoranx2.png
* Download the Fedora image for Switch from [https://download.azka.li/stable/fedora/ here].
* Extract the .7z file and copy the contents to a microSD card formatted as FAT32.
* Insert the microSD card into your Switch and boot into RCM mode using a jig or a modchip.
* Use a payload injector such as TegraRCMGUI or fusee-launcher to launch hekate_ctcaer_5.6.6.bin from the bootloader folder on your microSD card.
* Select Linux from the hekate menu and then select Fedora.
* Wait for Fedorato boot up and follow the on-screen instructions to set up your system.
** During L4T Fedora initial setup you need to create a user account.
*** For prompts, the on screen keyboard can be shown by swiping your finger from the bottom of the screen upwards otherwise docking works.
*** It is mandatory to boot and a root account is not sufficiant.
*** You may additionally setup a network connection and your timezone.
*** The initial setup installer can seem to hang but let it exit gracefully by simply waiting long enough (up to 30 seconds approximately)
* Make sure any existing online updates are done via Software application or dnf command.
** You can now proceed to restore your backup as mentionned in the last step of the ubuntu guide.
* Enjoy Fedora on your Switch!


==Media==
==Media==
'''A First Look At Fedora Workstation 37 - ([https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XMMw8tHWIIc DistroTube])'''<br>
'''OutFox 0.4 running on Nintendo Switch with Fedora 37''' ([https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ObTWoHDuT5c Vinícius Ferrão]) <br>
<youtube>XMMw8tHWIIc</youtube>
<youtube>ObTWoHDuT5c</youtube>


==Screenshots==
==Credits==
https://dlhb.gamebrew.org/switchhomebrews/l4tfedoraswitch-01.png
Special thanks to:
https://dlhb.gamebrew.org/switchhomebrews/l4tfedoraswitch-02.png
*CTCaer, without whom this wouldn't be possible.
https://dlhb.gamebrew.org/switchhomebrews/l4tfedoraswitch-03.png
*theofficialgman, for his precious time thoroughly testing Fedora, his advices and improvements to the release.
https://dlhb.gamebrew.org/switchhomebrews/l4tfedoraswitch-04.png
*My parents, my sister and all my friends for their understanding and constant support in my projects.


== External links ==
== External links ==
* Twitter - https://twitter.com/AzkaliManad
* Twitter - https://twitter.com/switchroot_org/status/1628553337955049474
* Switchroot - https://wiki.switchroot.org/Linux/Ubuntu-Install-Guide
* Switchroot - https://wiki.switchroot.org/en/Linux/Fedora-Install-Guide
* Switchroot - https://wiki.switchroot.org/en/Linux/Fedora-Install-Guide
* Twitter - https://twitter.com/AzkaliManad
* Reddit - https://www.reddit.com/r/switchroot/comments/119jgm2/azkali_has_released_l4t_fedora_37/

Revision as of 07:23, 7 Mayıs 2023

L4T Fedora
L4tfedoranx.png
General
AuthorAzkaliManad
TypeOperating systems
Version5.1.0
LicenseMixed
Last Updated2023/04/26
Links
Download
Website
Support Author

L4T Fedora is a project by AzkaliManad that patches the Linux kernel to allow Fedora 37 runs on all Switch models using the L4T BSP.

Installation

Note: hekate 6.0.3 or newer is required.

First boot can take some time, simply wait for things to complete. You can simply follow the switchroot wiki page for L4T installation.

During initial setup, it is advised to only set the timezone and user account (or root account if you feel adventurous), press on finish configuration and wait until it finishes (even if it prompts to end the task).

Screenshots

l4tfedoranx2.png

Media

OutFox 0.4 running on Nintendo Switch with Fedora 37 (Vinícius Ferrão)

Credits

Special thanks to:

  • CTCaer, without whom this wouldn't be possible.
  • theofficialgman, for his precious time thoroughly testing Fedora, his advices and improvements to the release.
  • My parents, my sister and all my friends for their understanding and constant support in my projects.

External links

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