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− | =About this Article=
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− | '''''NOTE : This page is meant to make a user get his RaspberryPi up and running faster than reading through the page [[RaspberryPiBoardBeginners]]'''''
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− | That said, some this article will not tell you
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− | * what do do with your Raspberry Pi (use your imagination !)
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− | * where to buy the things mentioned here and what exactly to buy
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− | * how to wire any special ports
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− | * use anything of the Pi which is not strictly necessary if you consider it as a simple PC
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− | =Finding all the right hardware=
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− | You will need
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− | * the Raspberry Pi board
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− | * a USB keyboard
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− | * a power source that has a MicroUSB plug (IMPORTANT , read on )
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− | * a video cable (HDMI or RCA/Cinch with yellow plugs)
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− | * a preloaded SD card (we suggest Linux)
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− | * a TV or display with either HDMI or RCA input ( RCA is very common , HDMI gives very good quality)
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− | Highly suggested extras are
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− | * a case
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− | * a USB mouse
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− | * a powered USB Hub ( important for Model A , good for model B )
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− | * a USB A male to MicroUSB male cable ( for using different power sources )
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− | For Internet , you may use a USB WiFi adaptor (Model A) or a LAN cable (Model B)
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− | =What Power source to use=
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− | First , the Power Source has to deliver '''5V at 500 mA or more from the moment it is connected to the mains socket. '''
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− | You can use the charger of a mobile phone . Just check if it matches the specs and if its one end fits into the RaspberryPi !
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− | If you have USB A to MicroUSB plug cable ( shipped with many Phones and MP3 players as data cable ) you may use :
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− | * a laptop / PC
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− | * a powered USB hub
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− | * a special wall wart with USB port(s)
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− | * many more things like rechargeables, solar power etc. (requires circuitry)
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− | =Where to get the preloaded SD Card from=
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− | ''' Note: You may buy readymade SD cards from the RaspberryPi shop. '''
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− | Many digital cameras use SD cards . Any SD or SDHC card between 2 and 32 GB should work.
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− | Backup all data and photos on them.
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− | Now get a PC with Linux and a compatible cardreader.
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− | Plug the card into the connected cardreader, and use [http://www.raspberrypi.org/forum/projects-and-collaboration-general/picard-gui-sd-preparation-tool PiCard] .
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− | =Setting up=
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− | # Plug the preloaded SD Card into the Pi.
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− | # Plug the USB keyboard or USB Hub into the Pi. Connect the Hub to power , if necessary.
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− | # Plug the video cable into the screen (TV) and into the Pi.
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− | # Plug your extras into the Pi (USB WiFi , USB mouse , LAN cable etc.) . As you see , this is what you may need the USB Hub for.
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− | # Plug the power source into the mains socket.
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− | # Check if the Hub (if any) and the screen is working.
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− | # Leave the screen on and plug the other end of the power source into the Pi.
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− | # The Pi should boot up and display messages on the screen. | |
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− | You're finished !
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− | What do next ? Have a look at [[R-Pi_Hub]] for ideas !
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− | Have fun !
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