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# Get Started
Before starting this guide, we will see if custom firmware is already installed and check the current system version of your console.
### Section I - CFW Check
1. Power off your console
1. Hold the (Select) button
1. Power on your console while still holding the (Select) button
1. If you do not see a custom menu (your console just boots to the HOME Menu), you may proceed to the next section
::: warning
If you see the Luma3DS configuration screen or any other custom menu (e.g. GodMode9, Decrypt9WIP), STOP - you already have custom firmware! Continue from [here](checking-for-cfw#what-to-do-next).
:::
### Section II - System Version Check
1. Launch System Settings on your console
1. Your system version will be displayed on the bottom right of the top screen (e.g. "Ver. 11.17.0-50U")
### Section III - Select a Method
To find the correct method for your console, please select the model of your console and the system version you found in Section II.
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#### Alternate Methods
If possible, you should follow the method given by the prompt above.
Otherwise, methods that work on all versions are available, but require additional hardware:
1. [ntrboot](ntrboot) - requires compatible DS flashcart
1. [Installing boot9strap (Hardmod)](installing-boot9strap-(hardmod)) - requires soldering