I have been using my Arduino Nano RP2040 Connect with Adafruit’s CircuitPython and now want to use the Arduino IDE with it. Whoever, I have run into the problem of windows not seeing the device when in Bootloader mode.
No matter what way I try to enter Bootloader mode, by jumping the REC to GND or double tapping the reset button, windows 11 (full updates) says the USB is not working.
It should be noted that the device is seen when plugged in without trying to go into Bootloader mode, as it will run python code dropped on to the device.
Copying Blink.ino.elf.uf2 does not work as it is looking for *.py to run and it just stores it on the device.
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Adafruit CircuitPython 7.3.2 on 2022-07-20; Arduino Nano RP2040 Connect with rp2040
Well it looks like this problem has been going unanswered for some time.
I found a post from 2021 about not being able to get into the the file system.
The thread closed without an answer.
I have four of these boards all acting the same way and really need an answer.
So new question, how do I put the board in a factory state, meaning program it as it was done in manufacture?
I now have this same issue and was just looking on how to resolve it. I assume since you're the only reply in your own post that haven't found an answer? If you have please let me know.
When you plug in the RP2040 you will see a folder open up.
Drag in the nuke .uf2 file first. That will clear out all the things on the RP2040.
Then you can proceed to load one of the two frameworks Arduino need that get it to work in the Arduino IDE. The Mbed or the Earle F. Philhower, one.
As part of the installation of either an Arduino type boot loader will be installed.