Caution: Flashing erases all data on the device. Back up anything important before you start.
Which path should I take?
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First time powering on this board?
We recommend flashing the latest Qualcomm Linux before you do anything else, so you start from a known, current image. Continue to Flash the software below.
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Have you flashed this board before?
If you already flashed a recent Qualcomm Linux build, you can skip flashing. Go straight to Set up the device and verify the software version there.
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Can't verify the version, or the image is too old?
If the device won’t boot to a serial console, or the version doesn’t match what you expect, the image is likely missing or outdated. Come back here and flash the latest software.
What you need to flash
Flash the software
Choose the method that fits how you work:Flash using Qualcomm Launcher
GUI tool that downloads and flashes the image for you. Runs on Windows, Linux, and macOS. Recommended for most users.
Flash using QDL
Command-line tool for full control, headless hosts, or scripted/automated flashing. Host tabs for Ubuntu, Windows, and macOS.