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Connect the PYNQ board to your computer

For 5AID0, the PYNQ should already contain a flash card with the correct image.

We can proceed to connect the PYNQ board to your laptop.

Connecting to your computer

Every time you want to use your PYNQ, you'll have to take these steps.

  1. Connect the provided Ethernet cable to the PYNQ and to your computer.

    ℹ️ Information

    If your computer does not have an Ethernet port then it is usually ok to add a Ethernet to USB-A/C converter cable. However, ensure that it is compatible with your operating system.

    Connect Board

  2. Insert the power bank into to slot at the top oif the robot with the lights and ports facing upward. Connect the USB-C power plug on the top of the robot to the USB-C port of the power bank.

    Power

  3. Wait until the green DONE LED turns on, which indicates that the bitstream has loaded and Linux has booted (started up). Unfortunately, the green LED hides behind the connectivity board. You can typically wait until you can connect to the board instead.
    Connect Board

Continue

If all goes well, the PYNQ should now be connected to your computer! If something doesn't seem right, please checkout the it doesn't work page to troubleshoot your problems.

Although your computer is physically connected to the PYNQ board you still have to log in to the PYNQ board to use it.