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| − | Intel processors with Broadwell cores are very popular in newer higher-end ChromeOS devices. | + | Broadwell core Intel processors are popular in recent higher-end Chromebooks. |
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| − | Factory firmware support for coreboot and SeaBIOS is spotty, but custom firmware is also available for all Broadwell models as well -- see [[Firmware]]. | + | Factory firmware support for coreboot and SeaBIOS is generally good on Broadwell models (with one noteworthy bug), but custom firmware is also available -- see [[Firmware]]. |
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| − | '''Full ROM''' flash is available from CoolStar: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1nFZmoRzQ03btPCGVSa4ku6JPQik-SxD__zOd1CoB2yg/edit (for running Linux, you can follow the flashing instructions and install Linux instead of Windows)
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| − | * Bypasses the white "OS verification is OFF" screen
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| − | * Installs a complete ROM containing a coreboot build and a working SeaBIOS
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| − | ** '''Firware removes the ability to run ChromeOS natively, creating a small risk of bricking your device'''
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| − | * Will wipe out all product data
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| − | * This option is the most invasive and may include bugs or idiosyncrasies that the stock firmware does not
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| − | * Fixes Graphics issues associated with the RW_LEGACY
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| − | * Fixes several issues related to ACPI
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| − | * Enables VT-x, allowing virtual machines to run faster
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| − | * Allows booting Linux, Windows and even Mac OS!
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Revision as of 17:16, 16 July 2016
Broadwell core Intel processors are popular in recent higher-end Chromebooks.
Factory firmware support for coreboot and SeaBIOS is generally good on Broadwell models (with one noteworthy bug), but custom firmware is also available -- see Firmware.
