I recently upgraded my Jetson AGX Orin to JetPack 6.2.1 on one device, and then upgraded another AGX Orin to the same version. After the upgrade, I found that both firefox and chromium are no longer working — they either crash or fail to launch altogether. This issue did not exist before the upgrade.
I suspect the problem is related to the JetPack 6.2.1 environment. I would like to downgrade the system back to JetPack 5.1.3, which was stable in my use case.
However, I noticed that SDK Manager no longer allows selecting JetPack 5.x for Jetson AGX Orin.
Is there any way to manually downgrade to JetPack 5.1.3?
Can I still flash JetPack 5.1.3 using the command-line tools or older SDK Manager versions?
Do I need to manually download the BSP and rootfs tarballs?
Any help or official guidance would be appreciated. Thanks!
— Jetson AGX Orin 64GB Developer Kit
— Currently running JetPack 6.2.1
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I understand your concern about the issues you’re experiencing with your Jetson AGX Orin devices after upgrading to JetPack 6.2.1. Downgrading to a previous version, in this case, JetPack 5.1.3, might be a viable solution. However, it’s essential to note that downgrading is not always straightforward and may require some manual steps.
Official Guidance:
Unfortunately, there is no official guidance from NVIDIA on downgrading JetPack versions. The recommended approach is to upgrade to the latest version, which is JetPack 6.2.1 in your case.
Manual Downgrade:
That being said, you can try to manually downgrade to JetPack 5.1.3 using the following steps:
Backup your data: Before attempting to downgrade, make sure to backup any important data on your device.
Download the necessary files: You will need to download the BSP (Board Support Package) and rootfs tarballs for JetPack 5.1.3. You can find these files on the NVIDIA website or through the NVIDIA Developer Zone.
Flash the device: Use the command-line tools, such as the flash.sh script, to flash the device with the JetPack 5.1.3 BSP and rootfs. You may need to use an older version of the SDK Manager or the flash.sh script to ensure compatibility.
Reconfigure the device: After flashing, you may need to reconfigure the device to ensure that all settings and configurations are restored to their previous state.
Comparison with Other Options:
It’s worth noting that downgrading to JetPack 5.1.3 may not be the only solution. You could also try to:
Revert to a previous kernel version: If you suspect that the issue is related to the kernel, you can try to revert to a previous kernel version.
Use a different container runtime: If you’re using a container runtime like Docker, you can try switching to a different runtime or version to see if that resolves the issue.
Seek community support: Reach out to the NVIDIA developer community or forums to see if others have experienced similar issues and found alternative solutions.
Important Considerations:
Before attempting to downgrade, keep in mind:
Compatibility issues: Downgrading may introduce compatibility issues with other software or libraries that were installed or updated during the upgrade process.
Security patches: JetPack 6.2.1 may include security patches that are not present in JetPack 5.1.3. Downgrading may expose your device to security vulnerabilities.
Support: NVIDIA may not provide official support for downgraded devices, which could impact your ability to receive future updates or bug fixes.
In conclusion, while downgrading to JetPack 5.1.3 is possible, it’s essential to carefully consider the potential risks and consequences. If you’re unsure about the process or have concerns about compatibility or security, it’s recommended to seek guidance from NVIDIA support or the developer community before proceeding.