diff --git a/docs/guides/beta.md b/docs/guides/beta.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..ca47ccad55 --- /dev/null +++ b/docs/guides/beta.md @@ -0,0 +1,57 @@ +# Dasharo Beta + +## Introduction + +This document explains the Dasharo Beta update channel, how to enroll in it and +how to downgrade back to stable. + +The Dasharo Beta update channel provides pre-release binaries ready for public +testing by a group of beta testers. These binaries are not tested as thoroughly +as full releases, but provide a preview of future features and enhancements. + +Dasharo Beta is only available for a select group devices. Currently, these +include: + +- NovaCustom V540TU +- NovaCustom V560TU + +## Joining the beta tester group + +Please follow the steps [here](https://docs.dasharo.com/ways-you-can-help-us/#join-dasharo-beta-testing-group) +to join the Dasharo Beta Testing group. + +## Enabling + +To enable Dasharo Beta updates, execute this command in a terminal: + +```bash +fwupdmgr enable-remote lvfs-testing +``` + +## Checking for updates + +To check for updates: + +```bash +fwupdmgr refresh +fwupdmgr get-updates +``` + +> Beta Releases are also announced through the `Dasharo - Beta` channel in the +> Dasharo Matrix Space. + +## Updating + +To update: + +```bash +fwupdmgr update +``` + +## Downgrading + +To downgrade: + +```bash +fwupdmgr downgrade +``` diff --git a/mkdocs.yml b/mkdocs.yml index 8c942ae481..b772e10a91 100644 --- a/mkdocs.yml +++ b/mkdocs.yml @@ -455,6 +455,7 @@ nav: - 'Guides': - 'Updating your firmware': guides/firmware-update.md - 'Capsule updates': guides/capsule-update.md + - 'Beta Updates': guides/beta.md - 'Flashing custom firmware': guides/firmware-reflash.md - 'Firmware signing for vboot': guides/vboot-signing.md - 'Dasharo TrustRoot Fusing': guides/cpu-fusing.md