Thread: Firmware 3.18.0 discussion
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Old 09-28-2015, 12:12 AM   #89
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Device: Kindle Paperwhite 3, Kobo Aura, Kobo Glo HD
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Originally Posted by Nick_1964 View Post
Well.. that isn't the problem, but you need to patch it,because if you don't you will getting the new one at the next sync..

Method how to do it is under the spoiler tab

Spoiler:

Grab the needed zip from here:
https://www.mobileread.com/forums/sho...69&postcount=1

Installation Instructions for Direct Zip Files
Get a zip file.
Unzip the zip file. This may not be necessary on more modern versions of Windows, as you can access the contents of a zip file without unzipping it.
If going to a previous version, you may want to do a Factory Reset.
If you have any patches installed, you may want to uninstall them. Please refer to any documentation for the patch for more information.
Make sure that the Kobo Desktop is NOT running.
Connect your device to the computer and select Connect on the device (if asked).
Copy the entire contents of the zip file to the .kobo directory on the device. Do not copy the original zip file itself to the device.
Safely remove the device from Windows (or your operating system of choice).
Disconnect the device from your computer.
The device will now install the new software.

The zip file contains the following:
\Upgrade directory and subdirectories - Linux boot and kernel
manifest.md5sum - md5 hashes for the \Upgrade directory
KoboRoot.tgz - this is the firmware
Thanks for that! Is it possible to not get the FW updates by just not going online? I've no reason actually to sync it save for updating the FW. Calibre meets all my needs since all my books are sideloaded anyway. Won't sync it until a better and less buggier FW for the Aura arrives.
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