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 ====== Sega Mega Drive / Genesis ======
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-===== Introduction =====
+{{wst>vgpc_help}}
-Short description, such as:
+**Warning:**
+{{wst>unlicensed_cart_warning}}
-Dumping System X carts is fairly easy, and if you already have Hardware X, there are only a few small modification you need to do.
+===== Introduction =====
-or
+There are numerous dumping tools available for the Sega Mega Drive / Genesis games, several for sale and many, many more open source electronics projects.
+x games can be dumped like normal carts, but for Sega CD games you can use the [[discs:general|general disc dumping guide]].
-Dumping System Y discs is quite involved, and requires specialized hardware and software.
+The cheapest option is a RetroBlaster, followed by the Retrode2.
+{{wst>dumping_important_notes}}
 ===== Methods =====
-  - Numbered list of methods, with the top one being the most preferred/used method
+  - [[#RetroBlaster 2.0 + Genesis Adapter]]
+  - [[#Retrode2]]
+  - [[#Open Source Cartridge Reader]]
+  - [[#RetroFreak]]
-  - With in-page links to each method
+==== RetroBlaster 2.0 + Genesis Adapter ====
+{{wst>community_equipment}}
-==== Method 1 ====
+The RetroBlaster software currently only supports Windows and is available on the [[https://github.com/retrostage/RetroBlaster|RetroBlaster github]].
-Description, tools needed, and expected outcome
+{{:carts:sega:rertoblaster_5v.jpg|}}
-==== Method 2 ====
+Make sure the RetroBlaster voltage switch is set to 5V (not the 3V setting).
-Description, tools needed, and expected outcome
+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.
-===== Gathering and Submitting Dump Info =====
+{{:carts:sega:genesis_retroblaster.jpg|}}
-See [[submission:YYY|Gathering and Submitting Dump Info for YYY]]
+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.
+{{:carts:sega:retroblaster_software_genesis.png|}}
+Click "Dump ROM." Choose the location and filename for your ROM.
+The activity LED will turn on on the RetroBlaster board. A progress bar will indicate the status of the dump, and information will be displayed on the 'status' log when the dump is complete.
+You can also dump the SRAM from this same tab, by clicking the "Dump SRAM" button.
+==== Retrode2 ====
+This is a super simple system that works really well, and is affordable and readily available. See our [[tools:hardware|hardware page for shop links]].
+  - Plug your game into the Retrode2.
+  - Make sure the voltage is set to 5V.
+  - Connect the Retrode2 to your computer.
+  - The Retrode2 should now show up as a regular USB drive, and you can copy the ROM from there for further analysis.
+==== Open Source Cartridge Reader ====
+The Open Source Cartridge Reader (OSCR) comes with Mega Drive / Genesis dumping capabilities by default.
+Visit the [[https://github.com/sanni/cartreader/wiki/Reading-Mega-Drive-Genesis-games|OSCR wiki]] for proper settings, and dumping instructions.
+==== RetroFreak ====
+See [[carts:nintendo:nes|instructions here for NES / Famicom dumping using the RetroFreak]], the same setup applies to dumping Sega Mega Drive / Genesis.
+===== 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.
+===== Gathering and Submitting Dump Info =====
+{{wst>see_submission_page}}