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It is possible to power the phyBOARD-Pollux with a USB-PD (USB power-delivery) supply instead of the power supply SV055.
Connect a conform USB-PD supply to USB-C connector X22 right next to Power-In connector X23.
Linux Host PC
A modern
operating host system either natively or via a virtual machine.
Linux
Ubuntu 16.04 LTS 64-bit recommended. Other distributions will likely work but note that some setup information, as well as OS-specific
commands and paths, may differ.
VMWare Workstation, VMWare Player, and VirtualBox are possible solutions if you want to use a virtual machine.
Root access to your
host PC. Some commands in this guide will not work if you do not have
access (e.g. package installation,
Linux
sudo
formatting an SD card).
At least 40 GB to 50 GB of free space on the build partition of the host PC.
An SD card reader operational under
.
Linux
An active internet connection.
Getting Started with the Included SD Card
This section is designed to get the board up and running with the SD card included in the kit, which has been prepared with pre-built images.
Warning
Please note the polarity of the power component X23. Ensure that your power adapter is correctly set up to use the polarity as shown below.
Warning
Do not power phyBOARD-Pollux via X22 and X23 at the same time.
Tip
Be aware that as soon as the phyBOARD-Pollux is supplied with power, the SD Card boot sequence will begin. Ensure that all cables are
connected to the board!
