# Flashing

Depending on what Operating System you are on there are different ways to flash your board. There are instructions for both Linux and Windows in this GitBook. It is always recommended to use a native Linux install or a Virtual Machine running Linux. However, with certain features you can still use Windows. 

#### Before starting the Flashing tutorials!

The first step before the flashing tutorials is to clone the PX4 repository as there are the parts we will need. To do this follow the [PX4 Autopilot](/mobilerobotics/software/px4-autopilot.md) chapter.

**Follow the instructions for your corresponding OS in the next pages.** 

In case the download links are not working properly or out of date please refer yourself to the [Downloads and Links](/mobilerobotics/extra-content/downloads-and-links.md) page.

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**Warning:**

You will need a debugger to connect to your PC and follow this tutorial. This should have been provided next to your board. The debugger looks like the photo below.

![](/files/RzKeGFeY3XvEVl04Bw9x)
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