Choosing a method
Choosing a Method
Your method is not a preference; it is dictated by your motherboard and CB/dashboard version. Use this page to map your hardware to an approach.
| Method | Best for | Key requirement |
|---|---|---|
| JTAG | Older phat boards (Xenon, Zephyr, Falcon, Jasper) | Dashboard 7371 or lower with an unpatched CB |
| RGH1.2 | Many phat and slim boards | Glitch hardware; broad compatibility |
| RGH2 | Various boards | Glitch hardware; an alternative timing approach |
| RGH3 | Trinity and Corona slims especially | No glitch chip needed on supported boards |
| R-JTAG | Phat boards eligible for JTAG-style boot | Combines a glitch trigger with a JTAG boot path |
Decision flow
- If your console is a phat on dashboard 7371 or lower with an unpatched CB, JTAG is the simplest route.
- If it was updated past that point, you need an RGH variant.
- On a slim (Trinity or Corona), RGH is your family; RGH3 is attractive because it can avoid a glitch chip.
- R-JTAG suits phat boards where a JTAG boot path is desirable but the dashboard was patched.
When unsure, re-verify your board and dashboard rather than guessing at a method.