NDS Lite & DSi (Slot-1 Solutions)

Flash Cartridges

The newest and most exciting products to hit the NDS Lite and DSi systems are Flash Cartridges (Slot-1 Cards), also known as Flash Carts.

The latest flash carts use microSD memory cards that are capable of storing information, this operation is similar to the memory used in a digital camera. Using your computer you transfer information, such as programs, eBooks, pictures, and other tools, to your microSD memory card and run them on your NDS Lite or DSi system.



Using a NDS Lite or DSi Flash Cart

Using a slot-1 flash cart is easy and generally involves a three step process.

1Connect your microSD flash memory card to your computer.
2Using your PC Drag and Drop your flash cart system menu files, and any other programs/tools/game files, to your microSD memory card.
3Place your microSD memory card in your flash cart and enjoy.

These are the basic steps; you should ALWAYS read any instructions before operating any software or flash cart.

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Flash Cart Comparisons

The two primary types of files used for flash carts are .gba and .nds. Slot-2 expansion packs can play both .nds and .gba files, slot-1 flash carts can only play .nds files. Each flash cart has its pros and cons, but with software always being improved on regularly each flash cart set keeps getting better and better! Also each offers its own set of features and operating system, so be sure to pick the one that will suit your needs best. All DSi Flash carts are compatible with the DS, DS Lite, and DSi(XL).



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