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Steps to Download and Update the Raspberry Pi Firmware:

  1. Download the Latest Raspberry Pi OS:

    • Go to the official Raspberry Pi website and download the latest version of Raspberry Pi OS:
      • Raspberry Pi OS Downloads
    • Select Raspberry Pi OS (32-bit), as it is the most compatible with Raspberry Pi Zero 2 W.
  2. Install Raspberry Pi OS on an SD Card:

    • Use a tool like Raspberry Pi Imager or Balena Etcher to flash the Raspberry Pi OS onto your SD card.
  3. Update Firmware After Booting: Once your Raspberry Pi Zero 2 W is running, you can update the firmware to ensure you have the latest version:

    • Open a terminal and run the following commands to update both the Raspberry Pi OS and the firmware:

      sudo apt update
      sudo apt full-upgrade
      sudo rpi-update
  4. Reboot the Device: After the update completes, reboot your Raspberry Pi to apply the new firmware:

    sudo reboot