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There are numerous dumping tools available for the Sega Mega Drive / Genesis games, several for sale and many, many more open source electronics projects. | There are numerous dumping tools available for the Sega Mega Drive / Genesis games, several for sale and many, many more open source electronics projects. | ||
+ | 32x games can be dumped like normal carts, but for Sega CD games you can use the [[discs: | ||
The cheapest option is a RetroBlaster, | The cheapest option is a RetroBlaster, | ||
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The RetroBlaster software currently only supports Windows and is available on the [[https:// | The RetroBlaster software currently only supports Windows and is available on the [[https:// | ||
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+ | Make sure the RetroBlaster voltage switch is set to 5V (not the 3V setting). | ||
Connect the Genesis adapter to the RetroBlaster. To seat the adapter, firmly but gently push the adapter in until the pins are no longer showing. | Connect the Genesis adapter to the RetroBlaster. To seat the adapter, firmly but gently push the adapter in until the pins are no longer showing. | ||
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+ | Insert the cartridge or PCB into the adapter, with the cartridge label facing the activity LED. | ||
Open the RetroBlaster software (click Run if you see a security warning about the publisher not being verified) and navigate to the Genesis tab. | Open the RetroBlaster software (click Run if you see a security warning about the publisher not being verified) and navigate to the Genesis tab. | ||
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Click "Dump ROM." Choose the location and filename for your ROM. | Click "Dump ROM." Choose the location and filename for your ROM. | ||
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- | ==== Opening carts ==== | + | ===== Opening carts ===== |
Most games use 4.5mm Gamebit screws, but less commonly use T3 (1.20mm) security torx or (rarely) tri-groove screws. After removing the screws, lift the back off and remove the PCB from the two pegs. | Most games use 4.5mm Gamebit screws, but less commonly use T3 (1.20mm) security torx or (rarely) tri-groove screws. After removing the screws, lift the back off and remove the PCB from the two pegs. |