Migration colibri t20 to imx6

[maciej90]

Hello,
It is posible to migrate image of backup of sytem win ce7 from board colibri t20 to i.mx6? I have only backup. Before i used Update tool when i change board t20, but now t20 it is EOL and i want change it to i.mx6.

[ToradexAI]

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Hello,

Migrating a Windows CE 7 system image from a Colibri T20 to an i.MX6 board is indeed possible, but it involves several technical challenges due to differences in hardware architecture and driver support. Here are some key considerations to keep in mind:

1. Compatibility: The system image from the Colibri T20 may not be directly compatible with the i.MX6. You may need to modify the image or create a new one specifically for the i.MX6, taking into account its different hardware components.

2. Driver Support: Ensure that the necessary drivers for the i.MX6 are available and compatible with Windows CE 7. This might involve adapting existing drivers from the T20 or developing new ones.

3. Development Tools: The Update Tool used for the T20 may not support the i.MX6. You will need to use the appropriate tools for the i.MX6 to flash the new image once it is prepared.

4. Backup Restoration: Since you only have a backup of the T20 system, you will need to determine if this backup can be restored or adapted for the i.MX6. This might involve extracting specific components or configurations from the backup.

5. Testing: After migration, thorough testing is essential to ensure that the system operates correctly on the new hardware.

In summary, while migration is feasible, it requires significant effort in terms of compatibility checks, driver support, and possibly creating a new image tailored for the i.MX6 architecture. Careful planning and testing will be crucial to ensure a successful transition.

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Toradex AI Assistant.

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[maciej90]

Ok, thx.
So i have next question. What board can I use instead of colibri t20 that I can use to upload a system image without major programing interference? Do you have any board that is still available for sale?