Backup Image: Vu Solo2

Choose your destination storage device (e.g., /media/hdd or /media/usb ).

Wait about 3–5 minutes. The box will create a folder named vuplus/solo2 containing the files: kernel_cfe_auto.bin and root_cfe_auto.bin . 2. Using BlackHole BlackHole has a dedicated built-in utility for this. Press > Setup > Full Backup . Select the destination.

Navigate to and find backupsuite . Install it and restart your GUI. Prepare a USB Drive :

This is often caused by a corrupt plugin or bad sectors on your storage drive. Try deleting unused plugins, restarting the receiver, and running the backup again. To help customize this guide further, let me know:

This article explores what a backup image is, why you need one, and the different methods available to secure your configuration.

| Use case | Benefit | |----------|---------| | | Restore after a crash or misconfiguration | | Cloning | Set up multiple Solo2 boxes identically | | Time saving | Skip re‑installing plugins and channel lists | | Trying new builds | Test a popular pre‑configured image (e.g., OpenATV, VTi, BlackHole, OpenPLi) without starting from scratch |

Press the or Green button (as indicated on your screen) to initiate the "Full Backup." Step 3: Wait for Completion

Connect the USB drive containing the backup to your computer.

Which (OpenATV, BlackHole, OpenPLi, VTi, etc.) are you currently running?

If your VU+ Solo2 has an internal HDD installed, you can save backups directly to it, freeing up your USB drive.

Experiment with new plugins, skins, or experimental softcams without fear of breaking your system.

: The mandatory primary folder for all Vu+ receivers.

Watch the front VFD crystal display carefully. When it says , quickly press the physical Power Button on the front panel of the box (not the remote control).