1 open source board using the BOOT ROM

Real designs built with the BOOT ROM, from public GitHub projects: a quick way to see how others power, decouple and connect it. Each board comes with its KiCad files, full parts list and a render — and you can simulate its firmware on HardLabs.

The BOOT ROM in open source designs

The gallery holds 1 open source boards using the BOOT ROM from 1 GitHub repository; a typical one measures about 120.5 × 155 mm and carries around 260 components.

100% use four copper layers or more, and 100% carry an open source license.

The most starred is Sega CDX Reproduction by RGBeter.

What boards using the BOOT ROM are built for

BOOT ROM: common questions

Where can I find a BOOT ROM reference design?

Each of the 1 boards on this page is a real design using the BOOT ROM. Open one to see how it is wired up, with the full BOM, a render of the layout and links to its KiCad files.

How big is a typical board using the BOOT ROM?

The median is 120.5 × 155 mm, and 0% are two-layer designs.

What is the most popular open source board using the BOOT ROM?

By GitHub stars, Sega CDX Reproduction by RGBeter, with 5 stars.

Can I simulate one of these boards using the BOOT ROM before building it?

Yes. HardLabs turns a board's netlist and BOM into a working simulation, so you can boot and test firmware against it with no hardware on your desk.

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