Rockbox-Y1 · Innioasis Y1
What you need before installing Rockbox-Y1
Check these five items before installing Rockbox-Y1 on your Innioasis Y1: the model printed on the player, a USB data cable, battery charge, computer drivers, and connection timing.
What you need
- An Innioasis Y1 — verify the model name on the player.
- A USB data cable (charge-only cables cannot transfer firmware).
- A charged battery (at least 50%% recommended).
- Windows: MediaTek USB drivers. Linux: udev permissions for
0e8d:*. macOS: no extra driver needed. - About 1 GB of free disk space on your computer.
Need help with drivers? See the USB drivers guide or troubleshooting.
Choosing the right Rockbox-Y1 build
Y1 community builds are labelled by screen resolution: 240p builds work with classic iPod-style Rockbox themes, while 360p builds use higher-resolution Y1 themes.
- Y1: Choose Type A if your player shipped with software 2.0.0+, or Type B for earlier units.
- Choose a stable release for everyday use, or a nightly build to test the latest changes.
Frequently asked questions
Does my player need to be charged before flashing?
Yes. Charging your player first prevents it from losing power during the flash.
Does Updater CE work on Apple Silicon Macs, Windows, and Linux?
Yes. Updater CE runs natively on Windows, macOS (Intel and Apple Silicon), and Linux.
Does the player need Wi-Fi to install Rockbox-Y1?
No. Your computer downloads the firmware and flashes the player over USB.