QJ How-To #7: Installing AhMan's iR Shell |
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Howdy-doo. It's Friday so it's time for another edition of QJ.net's How-To Guides. This time we're going to be tackling how to install AhMan's iR Shell, something you have to try at least once, because once you start, you can't stop. Like Pringles, except it doesn't run out and doesn't leave crumbs.
As before, I advise you have our PSP Homebrew Dictionary open in another window while reading this guide so you have something to consult if you find some terms you don't understand.
So let's get cracking. Let's start off with the basics. What will you need to install iR Shell? Just two things: compatible custom firmware, and the installation files. Easy peasy lemon squeezy. So what are the compatible firmwares? You'll need M33 CFW 3.71 or above.
You don't have custom firmware you say? Worry not your little head. We have a guide ready and available for you. Just follow this link. Moving on with the iR Shell installation though, you'll also need to download the installation files. You can choose which version to install. Voila:
- iR Shell v5.0 - Has advanced multi-tasking, but only for the Slim.
- iR Shell v4.9 - You'll need this before you can upgrade to 4.91 or 4.92.
- iR Shell v4.91 - Relevant to Slim owners only
- iR Shell v4.92 - Minor update; fixes bugs, adds LEDA support
To start the installation follow these steps:
- Unpack the installation files (either v5.0 or v4.9, depending on the version you want to install).
- Except for the seplugins folder, move all of the unpacked files to the root of your memory stick. Overwrite files when asked.
- Run the iR Shell app on your PSP (run the white icon if your kernel is 3.xx and above, run the black icon if your kernel is 1.5).
- Activate the directory view in iR Shell, then go to the iR Shell folder, then enter the Patch folder.
- Select the folder of your respective firmware, and then run the patch that is in that folder (btcntpatch.prx). Don't skip this part or else you won't be able to run ISOs or CSOs through iR Shell.
Now in case you want iR Shell to run everytime you do a cold boot, then copy the seplugins folder from the original 4.9/5.0 install, and copy it to the root of your memory stick (answer yes when asked to merge). Do a cold boot and enter recovery mode. Go to plugins and enable irsautoboot.prx. Voila! Squeezy peezy melon cookie.
*Disclaimer: As always, please be careful when using homebrew. Your PSP is your own responsibility.
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"Do a cold boot and enter recovery mode. Go to plugins and enable irsautoboot.prs." it should be prx ;P and lol at that pringles line. made me laugh alot. and this release is going to be awesome. the whole ability to run a game then if you get stuck and need some help being able to boot the web browser without having to exit the game is going to rule. thanks ahman! you're the greatest!
How to wipe your own @$$ and the prerequisites needed.
fixed!
does this work with the fat psp and does ir shell have universal control.
It is "universal" but the multi-tasking is a slim only feature.
I think IR Shell is a pretty good program... and it does have a lot of features.
But for me, the interface is something I don't like.
Like I said, that's just me.
Thiz Doesnt work with 3.90m33 PLz confirm