The Xenium BlackICE , a reproduction of the original XeniumICE or Xenium Blue chips from Team Xodus, faithfully reproduced by Element18592, at the time, a revolutionary chip that offered a fully software-controlled user interface, eliminating the need for traditional hardware controls and external devices. The Xenium BlackICE comes preflashed, There are other BIOS available.

Overall, the Xenium BlackICE keeps to the cutting-edge mod chip, the XeniumICE, originally designed to simplify the process of modifying gaming consoles. Its software-controlled user interface, extensive compatibility, and hardware features make it a promising option for gamers and modders looking to enhance their console experiences.

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HARDWARE FEATURES

No DIP switches: The XeniumICE is entirely software-configurable. This simplifies the setup process and reduces the risk of user error.

Dual SPI port: The presence of two SPI ports allows for unlimited add-ons and expansions. This means that the Xenium BlackICE can be easily updated or enhanced with additional features as they become available.

Compatibility: The chip is designed to be compatible with all known console revisions. This broad compatibility ensures that users can enjoy the benefits of the Xenium BlackICE across all revisions.

Full-color Status/Bank LED: The chip features a full-color LED indicator that provides status information and can be used to switch between different configurations or "banks."

Hardware-protected Emergency Recovery System: In case of a failed update or other issues, the chip has built-in hardware protection to allow for emergency recovery, preventing the risk of "bricking" the console.

Inbuilt Flash system: With an inbuilt flash system, the Xenium BlackICE eliminates the need for a direct connection to a computer for updates or configuration changes. This makes the user experience more convenient.

D0 control: The chip carefully manages the D0 line, minimizing stress on it by only pulsing D0 at reset time. This feature helps protect the console's hardware.

Small compact design: The Xenium BlackICE is small and compact, ensuring that it can be installed easily without the need for complicated add-ons or extras.

SOFTWARE FEATURES

Banking System: The Xenium BlackICE allows users to configure the bank operation mode with a variety of options, including 1MB, 512/512k, 256/256/256/256k, and 256/256/512k. These settings can be easily adjusted through the XeniumOS user interface or with the console's controller.

Boot Bank Options: Users can choose a default boot bank from the various banks mentioned in the Banking System, the stock onboard TSOP BIOS, or the inbuilt Linux-derived Cromwell. With the default bank set and the boot delay time at 0 seconds, the console will boot into the chosen BIOS in under 4 seconds from power-up. Subsequent warm resets will not reboot XeniumOS; they will restart the preset BIOS.

Quick Boot: The Xenium BlackICE offers the convenience of pre-programming the four color buttons (A, X, Y, B) on the controller. Users can assign specific banks or even fully disable the chip. By holding down one of these buttons when booting the console, the XeniumOS will quickly sense the choice and boot into the selected configuration in a fraction of a second.

Instant Boot: For further boot selection options, the XeniumOS can be configured to default boot into X-UI. From there, users can easily choose a bank by its name in plain text and boot into it.

BIOS Naming: XeniumOS can recognize and automatically name banks when using a standardized BIOS. Even when a customized BIOS is used, there is an option to manually name the bank through a virtual on-screen keyboard.

BIOS Flashing: XeniumOS simplifies the process of flashing the BIOS. Users can browse for BIOS files on their HDD, DVD, or use a Pendrive to select the file they want to flash to a specific bank. It's a straightforward process that can be completed with the push of a button.

EEPROM Tools: The XeniumOS comes with built-in EEPROM tools. Users can back up their EEPROM data to the onboard flash ROM of the XeniumICE. Additionally, the OS provides the ability to modify factory settings of the console, including PAL/NTSC video mode, game region, and DVD region. Users can also restore their EEPROM data from a previously saved copy.