If you own a DSi or a 3DS, you can still dump DS-mode BIOS files using more advanced homebrew like unlaunch and GodMode9 . However, for a beginner, the DS/DS Lite + flashcart method is the simplest and most reliable.
: It sets up the Real Time Clock (RTC) and manages power-related functions. Nds-bios-arm7.bin
A: Legally, no. The right to dump is personal to your own hardware. Technically, yes—it will work, but it remains copyright infringement. If you own a DSi or a 3DS,
Open your emulator. In the settings, point the "ARM7 BIOS" path to your dumped nds-bios-arm7.bin . Point the "ARM9 BIOS" path to the nds-bios-arm9.bin . Save the settings. You are done. A: Legally, no
The Nintendo DS architecture is unique because it uses two different processors:
Place nds-bios-arm7.bin , nds-bios-arm9.bin , and firmware.bin in your MelonDS executable folder. Open the emulator and go to .