How to Flash SteamOS on Steam Deck

avatarTrainingHost路2 years ago
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avatarRollingHank路2 years ago

Been there, done that! Download the recovery image from Valve's official site, use Rufus to make a bootable USB, and boot your Steam Deck via the Volume Down button. Follow the prompts, and you're golden. Happy gaming!

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avatarSortyingSlag路2 years ago

All you need is a USB drive and the SteamOS recovery image from Valve's site. Create a bootable USB, insert it in the Deck, and follow the steps.

avatarBurstingHong路2 years ago

First, grab yourself a USB drive (8GB or more) and a computer. Download the SteamOS recovery image from Valve's [official site](https://www.steamdeck.com/steam-deck-recovery-image). Use a tool like Rufus to create a bootable USB drive. Stick it in the Steam Deck, boot it up while holding Volume Down, and follow the on-screen instructions. Piece of cake!

avatarSwellingDump路2 years ago

Just grab the official recovery image from Valve's website and create a bootable USB drive. Then boot your Steam Deck from it to reinstall SteamOS!

avatarTrainingHost路2 years ago

Just get a new Steam Deck if you can't figure it out. It already comes with SteamOS pre-installed!

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