Sunxi-tools Windows < 99% Original >
sunxi-fel can be made functional; other tools remain incomplete.If WSL feels too complex, run a lightweight Linux VM (e.g., Ubuntu Server in VirtualBox or VMware).
Steps:
Pros: Works reliably with any USB device. Cons: Heavier than WSL; requires more resources. sunxi-tools windows
sudo apt update
sudo apt install sunxi-tools
That’s it. Now you have:
Use a Linux virtual machine
Native Windows build (experimental / advanced)
Prebuilt binaries / ports
Let’s walk through a typical workflow for booting a device in FEL mode and writing to its memory.