_____ _____ ( ___ ) ( ___ ) | |~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~| | | | ____ ____ __ _ _ ____ ____ _ _ ____ __ ____ | | | | ( _ \( _ \ / \ ( \/ )( __)(_ _)/ )( \( __) / \ / ___) | | | | ) __/ ) /( O )/ \/ \ ) _) )( ) __ ( ) _) ( O )\___ \ | | | | (__) (__\_) \__/ \_)(_/(____) (__) \_)(_/(____) \__/ (____/ | | |___|~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~|___| (_____) (_____) ****************************************************************************** * * * .:Release V1.3.0 (Xbox V1.0 - 1.6) For Various Xbox Modchips:. * * * ****************************************************************************** ****************************************************************************** * Version :............V1.3.0 * Size :.....................2048 KB * * Date :.............16/03/24 * Type :..................Modchip OS * * Groups :..Team Resurgent & Cerbios * Platform :..........Microsoft Xbox * ****************************************************************************** * Discord :........https://discord.gg/VcdSfajQGK * * Patreon :........https://www.patreon.com/teamresurgent * * Ko-fi :..........https://ko-fi.com/teamresurgent * * Github :.........https://github.com/Team-Resurgent * ****************************************************************************** ****************************************************************************** *....:Changes/Additions:.....................................................* ****************************************************************************** * * * --A new custom OS for Various Modchips Refer To Readme.-- * * * * Release: V1.3.0 * * * * Added: Support For Xchanger V2.5 Modchip * * Added: Support For Xecuter 3 (Purple) + CE Edition (White/Red) Chips * * Added: Support For Xecuter 3/CE, Backup Recovery Bank Flash & Launch * * Fixed: Legacy Xenium Support * * Added: LCD Support For Xecuter 3/CE * * Added: LCD Support For For Aladdin * * Added: Take Screenshots Of Prometheos Menu Via Web GUI * * Fixed: Issues With Cerbios HD Settings Not Saving * * Fixed: Strange Behaviour With Cerbios Ini Not Loading * * Fixed: Numerous Reported Bugs * * Improved: VSC HDD Unlocking Times * * * * Introducing The PrometheOS Tool: A Comprehensive Multi-Modchip Flashing * * Utility Designed To Simplify The Process Of Installing PrometheOS On * * Compatible Modchips. * * * * Special Thanks Go To: * * Shane McMahon From Rochdale UK Aka RetroConsSolesManUK, * * And Nextria For Donating Modchips Which Aided In Adding/Testing X3 * * Support. * * * * Note: Source Code Updated And Released On Our Github Repository * * * * We Are Looking Forward To All Community Contributions And Collaboration * * Please Submit All Pull Requests To Our Github Page * * * * #PLEASE REPORT YOUR TEST RESULTS OR ANY BUGS REPORTS IN OUR ROOM ON * * DISCORD THANKS * * * * ------------------------------------------------------------------- * * Release: V1.2.0 * * * * Added: Support For XBlast Aladdin/Jaffar Based Modchips, 1MB 49LF080(A) * * Flash Chips Only External Programmer Currently Required * * Fixed: Prometheos Not Working On Some Genuine Xenium Chips * * Added: VSC Unlocking Support, Can Now Unlock Any OEM OG Xbox Drive Even * * If HDD Key Is Unknown Or Not Paired To That Console. VSC Unlocking May * * Take Up To 20+ Seconds. * * Improved: HDD Locking/Unlocking Times * * Added: Ability To Set Custom Fan Speed While In Prometheos Only * * Added: Volume Control For Background Music & Sound Effects * * Added: Integrated Elpis HD Into Prometheos For Cerbios HD Enabled Bios * * Improved: Default UI Colors For Skin & Web UI * * Fixed: Prometheos Now Boots Again On Xenium Build Of Xemu * * Improved: Menu Navigation, Now Remembers Which Item Your Were On * * General Optimizations & Bug Fixes * * * * We Are Thrilled To Welcome Phantom, The Newest Member Of Our Team. We * * Eagerly Anticipate The Contributions And Fresh Perspectives Phantom * * Will Bring As We Look Toward A Promising Future. * * * * A Special Shoutout Goes To The Xbox Preservation / XCAT Team For Their * * Dedication And Years Of Commitment To Preserving Xbox DLC. Their * * Tireless Efforts In Their Spare Time Have Been Invaluable To The * * Community. We Encourage Everyone To Use The Xbox Content Archival Tool * * On Their HDDs To Assist In Finding And Preserving Any Missing Content. * * Your Support Can Make A Significant Difference In Our Collective * * Preservation Endeavor. * * * * Special Mention: We Extend Our Heartfelt Thanks To Skye For Her * * Insightful Discussions And Deep Knowledge Regarding VSC Commands. We * * Look Forward To Her Write-Up On How To Unlock Drives Using A PC. * * * * Note: Source Code Will Be Updated And Released Once We Finish Support * * For Additional Chips Shortly And Code Cleanup. * * * * We Are Looking Forward To All Community Contributions And Collaboration * * Please Submit All Push Requests To Our Github Page * * * * #PLEASE REPORT YOUR TEST RESULTS OR ANY BUGS REPORTS IN OUR ROOM ON * * DISCORD THANKS * * * * * * ------------------------------------------------------------------- * * Release: V1.1.1 * * * * Fixed: LCD On Retail Systems + CPU Upgraded 1.4GHz (Remaining Issue * * Still In XBMC Itself Due To A Bug) * * Added: Web UI, Download Of PrometheOS Flash (Can Be Used To Create A * * Backup Of Your Current Prometheos Setup) * * Fixed: Audio Player Short Samples Not Playing Fully * * Fixed: FTP Path Returning "Directory Not Found" After Reboot & Trying * * To Refresh Folder * * Added: Ability To Update PrometheOS From Within Application * * Added: New General Options Menu (Edit LCD Settings, Auto Boot Delay, * * Etc) * * Fixed: HDD unlocking when Sound Packs Are Enabled. * * * * We Are Looking Forward To All Community Contributions And Collaboration * * Please Submit All Push Requests To Our Github Page * * * * #PLEASE REPORT YOUR TEST RESULTS OR ANY BUGS REPORTS IN OUR ROOM ON * * DISCORD THANKS * * * * * * ------------------------------------------------------------------- * * Release: V1.1.0 * * * * Added Support For Themes: Sound Packs * * Added Support For Themes: Overlay As Underlay (Change Order Background * * And Overlay Rendered) * * Added Support For Themes: Background Anim Ping Pong Mode * * Fixed: Power On With Eject When No Dvd Drive Is Present * * Update: Moved C:\PrometheOS Now To E:\PrometheOS * * Improved: Autoboot Countdown * * Added: HD44780 LCD Support * * Fixed: Randomness On Boot * * * * Skin Editor V1.1.0 Now Available * * * * Note: If A Sound Pack Is Currently Playing, You Won't Be Able To Update * * That Sound Pack. Choose "Sound Pack Of None" Before Updating. * * * * We Are Looking Forward To All Community Contributions And Collaboration * * Please Submit All Push Requests To Our Github Page * * * * #PLEASE REPORT YOUR TEST RESULTS OR ANY BUGS REPORTS IN OUR ROOM ON * * DISCORD THANKS * * * * * * ------------------------------------------------------------------- * * Release: V1.0.2 * * * * Improved Boot times. * * (*Please Replace Old Skins With New Ones*) * * Added Animated Background Support * * Added Background Image Tinting * * Added Background Overlay * * Added Background Overlay Tinting * * Added Skin Author Info In About Screen * * Added Support For PrometheOS Tool Which Will Allow Changing Settings * * Added Additional Builds Of Xenium-Tools Support Addition Flash Roms * * General Optimizations * * * * We Are Looking Forward To All Community Contributions And Colaboration * * Please Submit All Push Request To Our Github Page * * * * * * #PLEASE REPORT YOUR TEST RESULTS OR ANY BUGS REPORTS IN OUR ROOM ON * * DISCORD THANKS * * * * * * ------------------------------------------------------------------- * * Release: V1.0.1 * * * * Added Support For Static DNS (Insignia). * * Added Additional Network Config Option (Dynamic+Manual DNS) * * Fixed Snake Movements * * Added High Score Saving In Snake * * Fixed Snake Color In Skin Ini. *Replace Old Skins With New Ones* * * Released PrometheOS(XBE) Source Code And Additional Tools To Github * * * * We Are Looking Forward To All Community Contributions And Colaboration * * Please Submit All Push Request To Our Github Page * * * * * * #PLEASE REPORT YOUR TEST RESULTS OR ANY BUGS REPORTS IN OUR ROOM ON * * DISCORD THANKS * * * * * * ------------------------------------------------------------------- * * Release: V1.0.0 * * * * Added Ability To Flash Bios. * * Added Ability To Delete Bios. * * Added Ability To Launch Bios Or TSOP. * * Added Ability To Set Auto Launch Of Bios. * * Added FTP Server (Username: "xbox" Password: "xbox") * * Added Skin Manager * * Added Support For Larger HDD Partitions * * Added HDD Lock/Unlock Feature * * Added Ability To Backup & Restore EEPROM * * Added LED Control * * Added Ability To Adjust Auto Boot Time Delay * * Added Auto Manage Bank Sizes * * Added Ability To Rename Bios After Flashing * * Added Ability To Change Bios Led After Flashing * * Added Ability To Change Video Settings * * Added Ability To Change Audio Settings * * Added Ability To Change Region Settings * * Added Network Support DHCP / Static * * HD + Enabled (FW 2.2.2 Required) * * Added System Info Section * * Bored? What's Your High Score? * * Added HTTP Web Server With Following Functions: * * - Launch Flashed Bios Or TSOP * * - Download Your Existing Flashed Bios * * - Remove Bios * * - Flash Bios * * - Download EEPROM * * - Reboot Console * * - Shutdown Console * * * * We Are Already Hard At Work Towards Our Next Major Release. * * * * * * #PLEASE REPORT YOUR TEST RESULTS OR ANY BUGS REPORTS IN OUR ROOM ON * * DISCORD THANKS * ****************************************************************************** ****************************************************************************** *...........................:What Is PrometheOS?:............................* ****************************************************************************** * * * PrometheOS marks a significant evolution in the history of the Xenium * * Modchip, originally the sole domain of the Xenium OS. For over 18 years,* * users of this modchip grappled with bugs and limitations, partly due to * * the absence of open-source code from the original developer. * * * * In 2019, a notable change occurred with Ryzee119's creation of the * * OpenXenium - an open-source version of the Xenium hardware. This modern * * reinterpretation utilized modern available components and a custom CPLD,* * maintaining compatibility with the existing Xenium OS. However, this * * compatibility was soon challenged by the discovery of clone protection * * within the OS, which risked bricking some chips identified as clones. * * * * The community's response was a mixture of patchwork and innovation. * * While some were focused on removing security features and fixing bugs, * * others, under the guise of contributing to open-source, subtly shifted * * their efforts towards rebranding the OS. This rebranding mainly * * involved removing all traces of Team Xodus and introducing new logos. * * Additionally, a tactic assumed by most in the community was the * * purchase and redirection of the Team Xodus domain to their own site, * * seemingly used to promote and sell their hardware mods. These actions, * * rather than advancing the open-source agenda, included adding support * * for their own hardware or adjusting Terms of Service agreements, * * diverging from the initial promises of community support and open-source* * development. * * * * Team Resurgent, in collaboration with Team Cerbios and key members of * * the Xbox community, initiated discussions about developing a new OS for * * these modchips. The vision was for an OS with open-source code, enabling* * community-driven expansion, feature enhancements, and support. * * * * Thanks to NeMesiS for donating the required hardware (modchips and * * programmers) and providing his valuable input and feedback, the teams * * embarked on a journey to code a replacement OS for Xenium-based * * modchips. This endeavor culminated in the birth of PrometheOS. In its * * current form, PrometheOS not only mimics the functionality of the * * original Xenium OS but is a ground-up open-source development. It * * offers enhanced file transfer speeds, skin color customization, and, * * importantly, room for feature enhancements, bug fixes, and ongoing * * improvements. * * * ****************************************************************************** ****************************************************************************** *...........................:Supported Modchips:.............................* ****************************************************************************** * * * - Xchanger V2.5 Modchip * * - Xecuter 3 (Purple) * * - Xecuter 3 CE Edition (White/Red) * * - OpenXenium * * - Xenium * * - XBlast Aladdin/Jaffar Based Modchips, 1MB 49LF080(A) * * * ****************************************************************************** ****************************************************************************** *....................:What Are VSC (Vendor Specific Commands)?:..............* ****************************************************************************** * * * Vendor Specific Commands (VSCs) for Hard Disk Drives (HDDs) are * * commands designed by HDD manufacturers to perform specialized * * operations beyond the standard command sets (e.g., ATA, SCSI). These * * commands allow access to features and functionalities not exposed * * through standard interfaces, including internal diagnostics, firmware * * updates, and special configuration adjustments. * * * * VSCs can be particularly useful for unlocking drives that have been * * secured with a hardware-level password. For instance, when a drive is * * locked, it may not allow access to its data without the correct * * password. Manufacturers like Western Digital (WD) and Seagate use VSCs * * to interact with the drive's firmware to issue unlock commands, either * * by providing a master or user password. This capability is crucial for * * data recovery scenarios, where access to the locked drive's data is * * required but the password may have been forgotten or lost. * * * * How To Use VSC Unlocker: * * Plug in OEM drive, turn on Xbox with PrometheOS, go to Settings > Utils * * > HDD Unlock > Press A to unlock. * * * ****************************************************************************** ****************************************************************************** *..............................:Acknowledgments:.............................* ****************************************************************************** * * * Team Resurgent and Team Cerbios extend their deepest gratitude to all * * participants in the alpha testing who provided invaluable feedback * * during the development of PrometheOS. Their contributions have been * * vital to the project's success. * * * * A special shoutout goes to the talented skin developers whose creative * * work has adorned the first public release of PrometheOS with vibrant * * and engaging interfaces. Your artistry brings life to the user * * experience. * * * * Final thanks are due to NeMesiS for the generous donation of hardware * * pivotal in the development process. Recognition is also given to those * * contributors who prefer anonymity; your insights into interfacing with * * the Xenium hardware were instrumental to our understanding and progress.* * * * Support Our Work: * * The community's support is the backbone of our continued efforts. If * * you wish to contribute and help fuel further development, donations * * are welcome. Please visit our Patreon page: * * https://www.patreon.com/teamresurgent * * * ****************************************************************************** ****************************************************************************** *......................:Frequently Asked Questions:..........................* ****************************************************************************** * * * Q: How Can I Install PrometheOS On My Compatible Modchip? * * A: Start by opening PrometheOS Tools. Choose your specific modchip from * * the menu, then navigate to 'Flash Tools' > 'Update PrometheOS.' * * Optionally, you can select 'Backup' beforehand to secure your * * current settings and data. Then, select the appropriate image file * * for flashing and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the * * process. * * * * Q: How do I report my test results or provide feedback? * * A: Share your findings on the Xbox-Scene forums or in our Xbox-Scene * * Discord room. Join the conversation at https://discord.gg/VcdSfajQGK * * * * Q: Something went wrong with my flash; how do I recover? * * A: If a flash fails, recovery options are limited. Issues, especially * * with clone chips or hardware, may require a hardware flasher, like a * * Raspberry Pi. For detailed Xenium recovery steps, visit * * https://github.com/kooscode/xenium-programmer * * * * Q: Where do I put skins files? * * A: Place all skins in the skins folder at "E:\PrometheOS\Skins\" on * * your Xbox's hard drive. * * * * Q: Where can I upload or download skins from? * * A: We have set up a skin repository where you can upload and download * * skins for PrometheOSs, visit * * https://github.com/Team-Resurgent/PrometheOS-Skins * * * * Q: How do I contribute to the development and improvements of * * PrometheOS? * * A: To contribute, join the Xbox-Scene Discord and connect with our * * community members. For direct contributions, the PrometheOS Firmware * * project is hosted on GitHub. You can report issues, submit pull * * requests, and engage with the project at: * * https://github.com/Team-Resurgent/PrometheOS-Firmware * * * * Q: I want to try PrometheOS, where can I purchase a Xenium Modchip or * * Programmer? * * A: Xenium-ICE v3.0 & Programmers are available from NeMesiS/XeniumMods. * * For purchases, Visit their eBay store for options: * * https://www.ebay.com.au/str/xeniummods * * * * * ******************************************************************************