These instructions explain how to install and boot CoreELEC on supported Khadas SBC's from µSD Card by use of a Windows PC. The instructions can easily be adapted for other Operating Systems.

• VIM1
• VIM3
• VIM3L

If Android is not pre-installed

• Download the latest Khadas VIM Android Firmware
• Install with Amlogic USB Burning Tool

• Personal Computer with Internet Access
• Memory Card Reader
• A compatible Class 10 (USH 1/V 10) or better μSD Card
• USB Flash Drive
• Image Writing Software

• Visit the CoreELEC website
• Select a version to download
• The Download Helper will pop up
• Select Skip that and just show me all download options
• Download the generic image
• Write the downloaded image to a μSD Card
• Copy the device tree from the device tree folder on the µSD card to the root of the µSD Card
• Rename the device tree dtb to dtb.img

• Insert the µSD Card
• Power ON the SBC
• Long press the POWER key without releasing it
• Short press the 'Reset' key and release it
• Count 10 seconds, and release the POWER key to enter into Upgrade Mode

• Insert the µSD Card
• Power ON the SBC
• Long press the POWER key without releasing it
• Short press the ‘Reset’ key and release it
• Count 2 to 3 seconds, then release the POWER key to enter into Upgrade Mode
• The sys-led turns ON when entering Upgrade Mode

For situations where it is desirable to run CoreELEC in dual boot with Android or as a stand-alone JeOS:

• SSH into the device and execute ceemmc

For support unrelated to CoreELEC, please refer to the Khadas User Support Forums.

The above instructions also can be used to create a bootable USB Flash Drive.