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Step-by-Step Guide: How to Manually Update Your Yi Home Camera Firmware

Updating your Yi home camera firmware manually can be a bit daunting if you’re not used to doing it. However, with the right instructions, you can do it easily and quickly. In this guide, we’ll go through the steps required to manually update your Yi home camera firmware.

Step 1: Download the Firmware File

The first step is to download the firmware file from the Yi website. Navigate to the Yi Camera Support page on their website and scroll down to find the firmware section. You’ll need to find the firmware version that matches your camera model. Make sure to download the correct firmware version as installing the wrong one could cause problems.

Step 2: Format Your MicroSD Card

Next, format your microSD card using your computer. Ensure that you select the FAT32 file system type for your SD card as this is the file system that Yi cameras use. After formatting, create a folder named “firmware” on the root directory of your SD card.

Step 3: Copy the Firmware File to the SD Card

Once you’ve downloaded the firmware and formatted the SD card, it’s time to copy the firmware file to your SD card. Copy the downloaded firmware file to the “firmware” folder you created in Step 2.

Step 4: Insert the SD Card into Your Camera

Turn off your Yi camera and insert the microSD card into the slot provided. Turn on the camera and wait for the camera to detect the SD card. The camera should automatically start the firmware update process. Do not turn off the camera or remove the SD card during this process as it may damage the camera and render it unusable.

Step 5: Wait for the Firmware Update to Complete

Once the update process begins, your camera will display a message indicating that it’s updating the firmware. The update process can take several minutes to complete, depending on the size of the firmware file and the speed of your SD card. Do not interrupt the update process until it’s finished.

Step 6: Restart Your Camera

After the firmware update is complete, your Yi camera will automatically restart. Remove the SD card from the camera once it’s turned off. Check the camera settings to ensure that the firmware has been updated successfully.

Conclusion

Updating your Yi home camera firmware manually isn’t as challenging as it may seem. Following these steps carefully will help ensure that you update your firmware safely and effectively. If you encounter any issues during the update process, contact Yi’s customer support for assistance.