How to perform a software full install on Hog 4 consoles
Explanation
Occasionally a full install of the Hog 4 OS software may need to be performed on the console to perform a software upgrade or downgrade.
Note this article does not apply to Hog 4 PC, DP8000, Hoglet, or the Nanohog4
Software does not have to be installed in order, software versions can be skipped if you are updating software on a desk.
A full install will erase all data on a console's hard drive
Ensure all shows are backed up to external media before performing a full install
Steps
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Ensure that all show data is backed up to an external media device, like a flash drive.
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Download the latest Full Install file from the High End website.
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The full install file has a .iso file extension, which is the same for all Hog 4 consoles:
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HedgeHog 4, HedgeHog 4N, HedgeHog 4S, HedgeHog 4X
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Road Hog 4, Road Hog 421
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Full Boar 4
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Hog 4, Hog 4-18
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Rackhog
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HPU
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Create a Full Install USB flash drive
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Power off the console
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Insert the Full Install USB flash drive created in step 3
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Unplug all USB devices from the console
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Power on the console
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Wait for the system Installation screen to appear
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To begin the software installation process, press [ enter ] on the console
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If the blind key is flashing, you can hit [ Enter ] on the console
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Or use the touch screen or trackball to click the "continue" button
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A keyboard with an "Enter" key might be needed if installing older software
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The installation will take ~ 6 minutes to complete
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When the installation procedure is complete a "Console Installation Complete" message will appear
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Remove the Full Install USB flash drive from the console.
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Exit the installation
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If the blind key is flashing, you can hit [ Enter ] on the console
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Or use the touch screen or trackball to click the "continue" button
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Power off the Console
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The console will reboot and the newly installed software will now run.