How-To: Getting Started with the Atomic Pi

How-To: Getting Started with the Atomic Pi

By Duncan Cline, ameriDroid Technician:

The Atomic Pi is an extremely powerful SBC at a budget price! If you have a project you'd like an Intel-powered SBC to run, now is a great time to buy! The Atomic Pi was designed for robotics, but is also great for retro gaming and other projects!

Watch the video at the bottom of this page for the "Getting Started" video.

KEY FEATURES

  • Genuine Intel Atom x5-Z8350 quad core with 2M Cache. Runs up to 1.92GHz with a 480MHz GPU. Eats RPi for dessert. Beats some desktops.  
  • Loaded with memory: 2GB DDR3L-1600, 16GB eMMC, SD slot for adding more - up to 256GB
  • Full HDMI port with Intel HD Graphics & primary audio out
  • USB 3.0 port
  • Fast dual band WiFI b/g/n/ac 2.4 & 5GHz WiFi RT5572 IPX connectors on board
  • Bluetooth 4.0 CR8510
  • Gigabit hardwired RJ45 Ethernet RTL8111G
  • 9-axis inertial navigation sensor with compass BNO055
  • Secondary XMOS audio output with class-D power amp.
  • TTL serial debug and expansion serial ports up to 3.6Mbps
  • Real time clock & battery
  • JST style connectors on top and a 26-pin header for power & GPIO below.
  • Runs on 5V. Typically 4-15 watts.
  • Legitimate licensed BIOS boots from SD, USB, or Ethernet. Linux comes preloaded... Yes, it'll run Win10 32 or 64.
  • Large full breakout shield available with screw terminals for easy wiring, or order just the CPU and provide your own wiring.

Click here for complete FAQs.

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