Free60 Gentoo LiveCD Xenon is a Linux liveCD specifically designed for the Xbox 360, enabling users to run Linux on their console.
So, how does it work? Simply burn gentoo-livecd-xenon-beta-v2.iso and upload the cdreader binary via serial. Alternatively, you can use the new King Kong patcher with built-in readcd code, which will open the DVD tray for you. Put the gentoo-livecd-xenon-beta CD in the drive, and cdreader will automatically start the xell bootloader located at lba 0x20 on this CD and boot the Linux Kernel. Thanks to stonersmurf for compiling the liveCD.
Do you want to know more about Linux for Xbox 360? The Free60 project is dedicated to porting GNU/Linux, BSD, Darwin, and related open-source operating systems to the Xbox 360. It's important to note that no affiliation between the Free60 Project and Microsoft Corp. exists or is implied. All other trademarks and copyrights are property of their respective owners.
The new Live CD supports all Xbox 360 consoles with firmware versions 4532 and 4548 and can be run without affecting the console's normal functionality. It contains the latest free60 patches against the Linux kernel 2.6.21 and ships with a full Gnome desktop environment, including applications like Firefox and Evolution. Additionally, it offers an entire 64-bit PowerPC compiler toolchain for developers.
In this release, you can expect to find a new 2.6.21 based kernel, improved networking support, improved framebuffer kernel level support, and support for Toshiba-Samsung drives. Try Free60 Gentoo LiveCD Xenon today and experience Linux on your Xbox 360 like never before.
Version Beta 2: N/A