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Terms of Use wikiHow is where trusted research and expert knowledge come together. Learn why people trust wikiHow How to Install Games on a Texas Instruments or Casio Calculator PDF download Download Article Learn how to install games onto your TI or Casio Written by Hannah Dillon

Last Updated: July 4, 2024 Fact Checked

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This article was co-authored by wikiHow staff writer, Hannah Dillon. Hannah Dillon is a Technology Writer and Editor at wikiHow. She graduated with a B.A. in Journalism from North Dakota State University in 2013 and has since worked in the video game industry as well as a few newspapers. From a young age Hannah has cultivated a love for writing and technology, and hopes to use these passions in tandem to help others in the articles she writes for wikiHow. This article has been fact-checked, ensuring the accuracy of any cited facts and confirming the authority of its sources. This article has been viewed 450,496 times. Learn more...

Graphing calculators are useful for doing complex math. But did you know they can also play games? This wikiHow article will teach you how to download games onto your Texas Instruments or Casio graphing calculator.

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Method 1 Method 1 of 2:

Using a Texas Instruments Calculator

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  1. Step 1 Download and install TI-Connect. 1 Download and install TI-Connect. TI-Connect is the software you need to transfer programs to a Texas Instruments graphing calculator. For TI-84 CE calculators, download the TI-Connect CE program. For other Texas Instruments calculators, download TI-Connect. Use the following steps to download and install TI-Connect:
    • Go to the correct download page for your calculator model.
    • Click Download.
    • Click the download link for the language and operating system you use.
    • Double-click the install file in your web browser or "Downloads" folder.
    • Follow the on-screen instructions to install TI-Connect.
  2. Step 2 Download MirageOS (TI-83 Plus and TI-84 Plus only). 2 Download MirageOS (TI-83 Plus and TI-84 Plus only). MirageOS is an operating system that allows you to install games written in Basic on your graphing calculator. It only works for TI-83 Plus, TI-84 Plus, and TI-84 Plus CE models. You can download Mirage OS from TICalc.org. Click Download to download the MirageOS program in a zip file. Advertisement
  3. Step 3 Download the game you wish to transfer to your calculator. 3 Download the game you wish to transfer to your calculator. You can use Google or your preferred search engine to search for games for your calculator model (i.e. search "TI-84 Plus Games"). Make sure the games you download are compatible with your calculator model. Some websites you can download games at are the following:[1]
    • TIWizard
    • TICalc.org
  4. Step 4 Connect your calculator to your computer. 4 Connect your calculator to your computer. Use the USB cable that came with your calculator. Most TI graphing calculators use some sort of USB cable. TI-84 Plus and TI-83 Plus models use a USB-A to USB mini-B cable.[2]
    • You might be asked to install a new hardware device. If so, follow the on-screen instructions on your computer to do this.
  5. Step 5 Open TI-Connect or TI-Connect CE. 5 Open TI-Connect or TI-Connect CE. It has a blue and yellow icon with two arrows. TI-Connect CE has a blue and green icon with two arrows.
    • Make sure your graphing calculator is turned on.
  6. Step 6 Click TI DeviceExplorer. 6 Click TI DeviceExplorer. It's the first button in TI-Connect with an icon of two calculators and a magnifying glass. If you are using TI-Connect CE, click the icon that resembles a stack of papers in the bar on the left. This displays the software on your calculator in a separate window.
    • Allow a few minutes to connect to your calculator. If it doesn't connect the first time. You may need to disconnect the cable and reconnect it.
  7. Step 7 Install the MirageOS file (TI-83 Plus and TI-84 Plus only). 7 Install the MirageOS file (TI-83 Plus and TI-84 Plus only). Use the following steps to install MirageOS on your TI-83 Plus or TI-84.
    • Extract the MirageOS.zip file using WinRAR, WinZip, or 7-Zip.
    • Right-click the MIRAGEOS.8xk file.
    • Click Send to
    • Click Send to TI-83/84 or drag and drop the file into the TI-Connect window.
  8. Step 8 Open the zip file for the game you downloaded. 8 Open the zip file for the game you downloaded. Use an archive program such as WinRAR, WinZip, or 7-Zip to open the zip file containing the game file you downloaded.
  9. Step 9 Open the Readme file or instructions file. 9 Open the Readme file or instructions file. Many games and programs contain a text file with installation instructions. These instructions tell you which file(s) to transfer to your calculator.[3]
  10. Step 10 Right-click the file you need to transfer to your calculator. 10 Right-click the file you need to transfer to your calculator. The file you need to transfer is listed in the Readme or instruction file that came inside the zip file for the game you downloaded.
  11. Step 11 Click Send to [graphing calculator model]. 11 Click Send to [graphing calculator model]. This sends the file to your graphing calculator and installs it.[4]
    • Alternatively, you can drag and drop the file into the TI-Connect window.
  12. Step 12 Disconnect your calculator from the computer and close TI-Connect. 12 Disconnect your calculator from the computer and close TI-Connect. You can also disconnect the USB cable from your calculator.
  13. Step 13 Press the APPS button on your calculator. 13 Press the APPS button on your calculator. This displays a list of programs installed on your calculator.[5]
  14. Step 14 Select a game. 14 Select a game. This opens the game on your graphing calculator.
    • If you are using MirageOS on a TI-83/84 select MirageOS in the APPS menu. Then, select the game you want to play.
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Method 2 Method 2 of 2:

Using a Casio Calculator

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  1. Step 1 Download and Install Casio FA-124. 1 Download and Install Casio FA-124. Casio FA-124 is a program that allows you to transfer programs from your Windows PC to your Casio fx-9860GII series or fx-9860G graphing calculator. Use the following steps to download and install Casio FA-124:
    • Go to Casio's software webpage in a web browser on your Windows PC.
    • Click the checkbox that says "I have read and agree to the terms and conditions" at the top.
    • Scroll down and click Download Version 2.01 (for Windows) below "Program Link Software".
    • Extract the FA-124 program from the zip file in your Downloads folder or web browser.
    • Double-click the "Casio FA 124.exe" file.
    • Follow the instructions to complete the installation.
  2. Step 2 Download games to your computer. 2 Download games to your computer. Before you can transfer games to your calculator, you'll need to download them to your computer. Use Google or a search engine of your choice to search "Graphing calculator games for Casio" or something similar. The following are some websites you can find graphing calculator games for Casio calculators:
    • CharlieWatson.com
    • CemeTech
  3. Step 3 Open the Casio FA-124 application. 3 Open the Casio FA-124 application. It has an icon that resembles a calculator with blue and red arrows next to it.
  4. Step 4 Import your games into Casio FA-124. 4 Import your games into Casio FA-124. Use the following steps to import your games into FA-124:[6]
    • Right-click Default in panel below "FA-124" to the right.
    • Click Import.
    • Browse to and click a game you downloaded (you can only import one at a time).
    • Click Open.
  5. Step 5 Connect your Casio calculator to your computer. 5 Connect your Casio calculator to your computer. Use the USB port at the top of the calculator to connect a USB-A cable to your calculator. Then connect the other end of the USB cable to a free USB port on your computer.
  6. Step 6 Power on your Casio calculator and press MENU. 6 Power on your Casio calculator and press MENU. It's next to the directional buttons on the calculator. This displays the menu.
  7. Step 7 Scroll down and select LINK. 7 Scroll down and select LINK. Use the directional buttons on the calculator to scroll and highlight "Link". Then press EXE to open the Link menu.
  8. Step 8 Press the "F" button that corresponds to "RECV." 8 Press the "F" button that corresponds to "RECV." Check the tabs at the bottom of the screen. Press the F button (F2 most likely) that corresponds to "RECV." This puts the calculator in receive mode.
  9. Step 9 Click the "Connect" icon in FA-124. 9 Click the "Connect" icon in FA-124. It's the icon that resembles a calculator connected to a computer. It's in the upper-left corner.
  10. Step 10 Click User1 followed by Default. 10 Click User1 followed by Default. First click User1 in the "Calculator" panel on the left to select where to transfer the programs to. Then select Default in the "FA-124" panel on the right to select where the to transfer the programs from.
  11. Step 11 Click the "Transfer" icon. 11 Click the "Transfer" icon. It's the icon that resembles a red arrow. It's above the "FA-124 panel on the right. This transfers your games and programs to your Casio graphing calculator.
  12. Step 12 Press AC/On on your calculator. 12 Press AC/On on your calculator. It's on the right side of your calculator above. This returns your calculator to normal functioning mode. You can now find your games under "Menu" on your calculator.
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  • Question How do I download to the TI Connect on a Mac? Community Answer Community Answer You have to have your calculator connected to your Mac via its cable to download the file. Thanks! We're glad this was helpful. Thank you for your feedback. If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow Yes No Not Helpful 32 Helpful 21
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  • Question How do I find games to download onto a graphing calculator? Andres Sevilla Andres Sevilla Community Answer For the color calculator, try TI84CalcWiz. For the black and white calculators, try TICalc.org. Thanks! We're glad this was helpful. Thank you for your feedback. If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow Yes No Not Helpful 12 Helpful 18
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Warnings

  • Use your computer's antivirus scanner to make sure the programs you download aren't a virus. Thanks Helpful 9 Not Helpful 0
  • Do not disconnect or turn off your calculator during the transfer. Thanks Helpful 9 Not Helpful 0
  • Don't play games during class or at work. Thanks Helpful 1 Not Helpful 15
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Things You'll Need

  • A Texas Instruments or Casio graphing calculator
  • A firewire-to-USB cable (comes with the calculator)
  • The CD that comes with your calculator
  • A computer with at least one available USB port
  • An internet connection

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References

  1. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0WeYoDsUtsI
  2. ↑ https://education.ti.com/en/product-resources/download
  3. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0eKHJljW6UE&t=109s
  4. ↑ https://calcplex.com/ti84plusce-games-tutorial/
  5. ↑ https://education.ti.com/en/product-resources/download
  6. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HkmdZv7oWvY

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Hannah Dillon Written by: Hannah Dillon wikiHow Technology Writer This article was co-authored by wikiHow staff writer, Hannah Dillon. Hannah Dillon is a Technology Writer and Editor at wikiHow. She graduated with a B.A. in Journalism from North Dakota State University in 2013 and has since worked in the video game industry as well as a few newspapers. From a young age Hannah has cultivated a love for writing and technology, and hopes to use these passions in tandem to help others in the articles she writes for wikiHow. This article has been viewed 450,496 times. How helpful is this? Co-authors: 32 Updated: July 4, 2024 Views: 450,496 Categories: Calculators | Games Article SummaryX

1. Download and install Ti Connect from https://education.ti.com/en/products/computer-software/ti-connect-sw 2. Download MarageOS from https://www.ticalc.org/archives/files/fileinfo/139/13949.html (TI-84 Plus, TI-84 Plus only). 3. Download a game you want to install. 4. Open TI-Connect. 5. Click TI DeviceExplorer. 6. Extract the MIRAGEOS.8xk from teh MarageOS.zip file (TI-84 Plus, TI-84 Plus only). 7. Drag the MIRAGEOS.8xk file to the TI-Connect icon (TI-84 Plus, TI-84 Plus only). 8. Extract the game zip file. 9. Open the Readme file and see which file you need to transfer. 10. Drag and drop the game file listed in the Readme file to the TI-Connect icon. Did this summary help you?YesNo

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