Setting Up a Raspberry Pi

[@introvertdzephyr]

Feels like just yesterday we were looking at the first pi.

[@zuma206]

Wow, that intro is nostalgic! When I first watched this video, me and my mum were struggling to setup a Raspberry Pi after a suggestion from a school teacher. 10 years later I'm a year into a computer science degree, rediscovering your channel whilst looking into building a home server. Still as helpful as it was back then, so thank you. Who knows, without the Pi, and your resources, I might not be doing this degree today.

[@ExplainingComputers]

Good luck with your degree. :)

[@zuma206]

@@ExplainingComputers Thanks :)

[@firstnamelastname-we6rt]

This was a nostalgic look back at where the sbc scene started. An exciting time for computer nerds like me. Desktop, media centre, retro gaming and other software projects made possible by thousands of hobbyist developers around the world.

[@johnnguyen8172]

Looking this back today, WOW your setup and the OS has went through many changes.

[@ExplainingComputers]

This is so true. Raspbian has evolved greatly. I also remember purchasing an HDMI recorder not long after making this video -- so this is the only Pi video in which I recorded the screen by pointing a camera at a monitor.

[@johnnguyen8172]

ExplainingComputers Yes, its a 6 year difference.

[@jaglinuxmint]

I like the way you explain things. You pull your voice for long and suddenly end it. I also admire that you are brief and your talks are well planned, so that we get all the knowledge without distraction and can concentrate on the topic rather than the speech. I believe you are a good teacher. Also you look like johnny depp! Very nice man!

[@Echo3_]

Thanks for leaving this video up, a v1.0 raspberry pi fell into my lap and I couldn’t remember how to install the os

[@ExplainingComputers]

:)

[@rysterstech]

Been using raspberry pis since 2019 with a 4gb pi 4, watched the pi5 launch this morning, it is crazy to see just how far this little computer and your videos have come. Back when 1.1 gigabytes took some time to download and plasma displays were relevant

[@gubbamalen]

Just loved the presentation, the right subtle humurous touch, the right look, focused, verbally distinct and as far as I can judge to the point.

[@SALSASOULRECORDS]

I want to thank you for sharing your knowledge with the world. I love the way you explained, would love to try the Raspberry pie but i live at the moment with very little money. Living in London is quite expensive but one day I will buy but for now I get your videos that help me learn. Continue making videos its a great help to the KZbin community. Thank you.

[@dalepres1]

As I've researched Arduino, Beagleboard, Raspberry Pi, and others for a project, I have watched a lot of videos. I'm an experienced software developer and electronics engineer but these videos would be helpful with or without my background. These videos are, by far, the best and most professional technical videos I have watched. The videos are very professional. The speaking rate is just right as is focusing on the topic rather than rambling or conversation. This maximizes the amount of learning I get for my investment in youtube time. Very well done! Thank you.

[@ExplainingComputers]

Many thanks for this kind feedback. Good luck with your project! I hope to do some Pi robotics videos here soon.

[@anonymoosebeats3279]

this guy has amazing teaching skills man.. and he looks like he means business. top man.

[@MichaelDickerson2306]

I'm interested in learning a/b a Raspberry Pi & creating a media server, but don't know anything at all so I'm starting from scratch. This video is EXACTLY what I was looking for...thanks!

[@diytryin]

Very cool! We love the Rasperry Pi!

[@kenjboyd6233]

Thanks Chris! Dated info, but still very valuable for those who find one of these original models, or want to follow the development of the platform. And I am subscribing due to the excellent quality of the video. There is no better way to learn something at this point than a video like this, DONE RIGHT. Video tutorials on YT are plentiful, but excellent ones like this are much harder to find. I look forward to watching more. The trolls who criticize you would do much better spending their time getting up to your level of excellence in video production skills.

[@ExplainingComputers]

Thanks for your kind comments. On the ExplainingComputers channel you will find lots of other Pi videos, including review/setup of every model since this one. :)

[@inkbythebarrelandpaperbyth6905]

i was told to use this with my ccna labs as i study for my ccna test. they look amazing!

[@2bdkid100]

You could use it as a Minecraft server, lower video memory, disable boot to desktop, install Java, and use a lightweight version of Craftbukkit called Spigot.

[@ExplainingComputers]

Thanks for this spot. I've fixed the it now! :)

[@Ucada]

At first, I thought that Pi would be something more difficult to understand. You make it looks really simple and easy to get one, especially consider that the price is so low.

[@TheD3rpLord]

The minimum recommended specs for a minecraft server with 2-4 players are; an Intel Pentium 2 300MHz or AMD K6-Based CPU or better, 256GB of ram, 1GB storage. So could be possible but I HIGHLY DOUBT it would be powerful enough to run the server at a playable level. P.S. Great video, big fan right here :)

[@nikobellic570]

During the earliest days of the pi I used to cheap out on SD cards. What I didn't know was how much performance I was missing out on with low speed drive read/writes

[@zabelconnor]

This is fantastic, thank you so much for explaining for us non-tech folk.

[@ExplainingComputers]

This is a not (by modern standards) a fast computer. I would not personally use it as an office PC (though may write one article using it to show it can be done). This sais, once loaded the word processor and spreadsheet are perfectly acceptable to use. But it cannot edit video, do 3D modelling, play complex games -- or even handle complex web pages. But it is great as a media player, controller, etc, etc. I understand Firefox OS is available, if currently with no keyboard or mouse support! :)

[@boxvism]

Exactly what I was looking for to get started with my Rasberry Pi. Thanks a lot. Nice accent by the way !

[@TheChuyin1984]

very interesting, y some years later this tecnology will be funtional for the regular users, thank you for the video

[@ExplainingComputers]

Yes. The Pi is based on an ARM processor as in many smartphones. :)

[@SpontaneousJunk]

very easy to follow and well explained video, thanks for making this

[@gamersdigest112]

Man you sound nerdy... RESPECT

[@BurusutazuPersonal]

Libre office is my favorite office suite. I also noticed that auto-correct changed Libre to Libra in your video description!

[@ErkanMehmedali]

Your videos are great, I like how you explain them

[@SPSilvano1]

Congratulations, I follow your channel here in Brazil. You done a great job. Keep it up.

[@petersavage1989]

That was well done, clear and simply put Thank you

[@lovelorn88nick]

Damn... this thing has come along way!

[@ExplainingComputers]

It has. :)

[@badrulhasan9935]

Chris in 2021, evolution of explaining computers

[@ExplainingComputers]

How things keep changing . . .

[@badrulhasan9935]

@@ExplainingComputers so true

[@1988dubeast]

This video gives you a good idea of pi out of the box and boot up

[@MattSmith-me8dy]

Explained like a BOSS

[@zachdavis5854]

Great video if you ever do get around to that robot army you'll thankfully save a good deal of money with the pi

[@snafu673]

I like the Raspberry Pi PC build very informative i think I just might embark on this build.

[@mclaine33]

Very cool! I have heard about the Raspberry Pi for some time now but I never really understood the point of it. Now this makes a lot more sense! Even if you don't use it for programming, it serves its basic purpose as (what I like to call) a "internet browser" machine. Small but powerful indeed.

[@SatscapeMinecraft]

Great video, 3.141 thumbs up! Just ordered one today.

[@zak6015]

It would be 3.142 as you have shortened it. It has to be rounded to the nearest decimal :)

[@magicalunicornman6726]

My cousin gave me a Raspberry Pi as a belated birthday present. It arrived a few days ago... I haven't slept since I turned it on

[@ExplainingComputers]

MagicalUnicornMan :)

[@johnkasarda219]

your videos are awesome! i am smart with computers and your a expert at computers

[@ExplainingComputers]

Yes, you are right -- though as I understand it, Windows RT for ARM devices is licensed as embedded software only -- in other words, Microsoft do not sell an OEM version of Windows 8 for ARM. Do they?! :)

[@ExplainingComputers]

As DIEYyal has said below, this has been done, but it not really the want to go for a powerful computer (unless you plan linking them wirelessly as the controllers of individual members of a robot swarm!).

[@normalhuman5603]

I just got my raspberry pi on friday !!!

[@ExplainingComputers]

Gaming Heart No sleep for the next week then . . .

[@jamesw6529]

First let me say your raspberry pi setup video is the the best in my opinion. I wonder if I can ask you to make a video doing your same raspberry pi setup using the MAC. I'm new to the mac and have been having issues setting up the SD card. I will figure it out ,but some help cant hurt. Thanks

[@ExplainingComputers]

Yes, that would make things challenging! :O

[@nickplj12]

Run a marathon?

[@mrksaccount123]

I have this exact pi still today!

[@nachiketathakur697]

does it works?

[@mrksaccount123]

@@nachiketathakur697 yessss

[@amyflomberg1439]

Great video. Perfectly edited and very informative. Thank you!

[@rossmills813]

Another great video chris, keep em coming

[@meh_stuff]

gonna get a rasberry pi somewhere by Feb 11 to Feb 19 cannot wait :)")")

[@ExplainingComputers]

Yes, that is possible. :)

[@randombrominebox8709]

This video helps ALOT

[@Taalmagic]

This was a very useful video. I do have a question. Does the raspberry pi support wifi? Or must it be connected via network cable only?

[@brianduong1310]

+Anand HS Yeah it supports wifi, but you have to own a wifi dongle

[@ZadakLeader]

Very interesting as always

[@philipcooper8297]

What linux systems can it run? How powerful it actually is? I mean in real life, I'd like to use it only for email, office, occasional 1080p video and music.In the video he says it can be used as a office machine, but he does not show any ''work''. What do you think? ALSO: Can the micro USB be used to connect the R-pi to a PC? Like when you've got android device? Thanks

[@6anon]

You're like the older version of Sheldom from Big Bang Theory

[@whyamievenonyoutube7353]

That's my seat

[@parsarahimianparvar914]

Thanks plz do more vd

[@jamesw6529]

Sir, I want to thank you. As I said, I figured it out. Thanks

[@jasonhensley489]

Thanks for your video's, They have been my main source of information on the R-pi and Banana pro, the B pro I've had some issues with but they may be me( just wont boot, all i get is the red LED power light). the R-pi i get this week, can't wait. Thanks for the video!

[@emilianoperez5323]

You are awesome. You explained it so well I went from ughhhh... To ohhhhhhhh I get it

[@DANGERTIM112]

Great video, I've got my Raspberry Pi today and it works great

[@revanthkumar7059]

Very well explained.. Thank you

[@2u263]

What would you recommend to start learning basic programming? As if I were a child 😀

[@henryhowe7246]

Thank you been lots of help for my brother

[@ShuddhDesiBoy]

I am watching this on 10th anniversary of raspberry pi.

[@ExplainingComputers]

Fantastic! :)

[@DavorHorvat]

Great work mr. Chris !

[@raydeen2k]

Just got my Canakit B+ a couple of weeks ago and couldn't be more happy with it. Is it slow? Well, that depends on what you're used to I guess. The main machines I use everyday are an 8 year old Dell E1505 with a Core Duo and 2 GB or RAM, an Asus eeepc 900 with a Celeron 900 and 1 GB or RAM, and a fairly recent Apple MacBook Pro with an i5 and 8 GB or RAM. As far as boot times go, The Pi is the fastest, then the Asus, then the Dell, and then the MacBook (SSDs are going to be faster than HDDs). As far as application launch and speed, it's the Dell, then the MacBook, then it's a bit of a tie between the Asus and the Pi. As for video playback, the Pi is dead last but I've been tweaking it and getting it faster so that it's at least usable. XBMC runs video streams great on it (still working on VLC). As for a general purpose computer, the Pi has the others beat in terms of price to performance ratio. Considering it was $68 US for the kit and hooked right up to my TV, it's a great little machine. Price to performance...the Macbook is dead last because even though it's much newer and has technically much better specs than the others, it takes at least 5 minutes to boot and be usable. It was provided by my employer and frankly, I hardly ever shut it down because it's just such a cumbersome slowpoke to get up and running. I blame the OS here, not the hardware. Everything past OSX 10.4 has been a pig when it comes to resources. TL;DR: The Pi is a perfectly usable computer provided you know what your getting into and are happy with it. If you insist on everything being instant-on, you're in for a bad time and need to just get an iPad. If you can be patient though, it's a heck of a little machine and will be more than enough for what most people would want or need in a basic general purpose computer. And it has everything you need to get into coding right out of the box. No sudo apt-get build essentials going on here. :D And you'll learn stuff, which is the whole point.

[@bairfamilyfarm1336]

Its slow until you over clock to 900 MHz, my issue is for day to day computing, it lacks support. I have no HDMI monitor so using composite all the time can be annoying as windows go off screen and not be resizeable. Not bad for programming, and using as radio transmitter thanks to PiFm.

[@raydeen2k]

kd9bwi I got an HDMI to VGA adapter and it works really well. It was about $6 or so on Amazon. Took forever to ship but it was worth it.

[@DaDigger]

Another informative video. Thanks

[@segaprophet]

It's a brilliant little beastie. I use mine as an emulation box.

[@morganandersen2959]

I really like this video. Thanks for it.

[@tramcrazy]

‘A power supply that can deliver at least 700 mA’ - if only, Pi 5, if only… Also, seeing this old Raspbian version makes me feel very nostalgic as my first Pi was a B+ which I received nearly 10 years ago at Christmas 2014.

[@DANGERTIM112]

nice video, I ordered one today

[@OnBeingHuman]

Thanks for making this instructional video. I'm still on the fence about whether this will be able to do what I'm trying to, but honestly, it might be fun to get just to tinker around with, especially at such an affordable price point! Any idea if they have wifi functionality? Also, I heard that there may be a need for soldering out of box? Is that so? I know you didn't mention it in the video, but I thought I'd ask for peace of mind. :) Again, thank you for taking the time to make this!

[@Luca-iq4ev]

There is no WiFi Support by default, but you can add a wifi Adapter

[@pulseeey4748]

Finally, another video although I don't care much for Raspberry Pi's. :(

[@159tony]

the operating system you installed looks to be too heavy for the hardware. Which is the LEAST heavy of the bunch that you got the installation option for? I'd like the hardware run as fast as possible. I'm considering of using the Raspberry Pi to build a custom PDA/Pocket PC.

[@knfbnny]

rasp pi wasnt really designed to run an operating system as a workstation like shown here, but there isnt any reason why you cant switch desktop environments, or even get rid of the desktop environment all together if you are concerned about performance

[@realgroovy24]

John Blood you kidding this os is very fast!!! it looks fancy but it is damn fast my 12 year old pc runs it like a charm it lags like hell on ubuntu or something like that...

[@159tony]

realgroovy24 tech The fact that certain applications run a tad slow shows that the operating system is just a bit too heavy on the device. I'm sure that an OS like Puppy linux or some other lightweight desktop would run even smoother on this device.

[@realgroovy24]

yeah although it is running on a sd card which is i think slower than a hard drive. although it should run better on puppy or damn small or something

[@dalepres1]

knfbnny Actually, I think the Raspberry Pi was designed to run an operating system as a workstation. The Raspberry Pi is the result of a project to create a tiny and affordable computer for kids around the world as an educational tool. It's adoption as a favorite in the hobby robotics and hobby automation field came later. That it can run a functional operating system and make the original price goal of 25USD is absolutely awesome.

[@TheTekkenNetwork]

just wanna say u r better the best

[@TheUtuber999]

Lord Softwares Which is it, better or best?

[@ExplainingComputers]

Cool! :)

[@TheUtuber999]

@3:42: No Raspberry Pi video would be complete without an honorary callout to Ms. Carrie Anne Philbin. :)

[@sorenkelly2924]

Awesome job!

[@FallicIdol]

Thank you for your videos!

[@TiberiusWallace]

Very informative and love the humour ;)

[@johnduffy6575]

love your chanel!!

[@hikaruchannel1604]

you are.amazing

[@yasinylmaz989]

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[@realgroovy24]

it being slow is because it is loading from a SD card not a standard hard drive still its better than my machine! it takes about 4 seconds for libre office

[@realgroovy24]

still it is faster than my machine now anyway! well not the pi itself but the loading times still it has got a lighter os

[@CPPRODUCTIONS1001]

the way you said I wont be taking over with robots anytime soon made me laugh

[@AztroProducer]

But can it run crysis?

[@bozsikandor]

:)))

[@artyfly100]

yes but you'll have to turn AA down a bit

[@scaleop4]

lol if only.

[@MrAronRobinson]

Yes, it can run Crysis! Admittedly, it's Crysis v.0.000001. The one where you're a green block trying to avoid the other green blocks on a black screen.

[@PettrusSherlock]

Well you can run quake arena if you want....

[@behnamghalamchi7908]

can we use ''Raspberry Pi 3 Model B'' with the same instruction you provide?

[@w.rustylane5650]

Chris, another great video tutorial. Just one thing. I downloaded xbmc (Kodi) to my raspberry pi 3 with sudo apt-get install xbmc after setting up my external CD/DVD RW device. I had to reboot my Raspberry PI 3 for it to recognize the CD/DVD RW drive. I'm also getting a "(failed) to load kernel" error message in the very first line of the boot process. It downloaded everything and after downloading, I ran it to watch a DVD. The Kodi started but only played up to the start menu and went no further. When I exited the program, something awful happened to my raspberry pi 3. Now it won't boot at all. Do you think the program corrupted my boot card? I'm running a 32 GB class 10 UHS-1 PNY micro SD card and everything worked well until I downloaded the Kodi program. I don't understand what happened. I'm waiting on my wife's new Dell laptop to be delivered and a USB card reader so I can re-format my micro SD card and re-load the Rasbian Jessie PIXEL operating system. Do you think that the KODI program fried my Raspberry PI3 or just corrupted my operating system? I'm now using my old Sony Vaio running Windows XP and it is running without any virus protection because Windows doesn't support XP anymore. I'm being very careful to only go to sites that I can trust. What gives? I'm definitely at a loss about what has occurred. Could you possibly help me? My e-mail is TwoLane2 at msn dot com. Thanks. Rusty

[@sabatheus]

10k Thumbs-up for the Blake 7 reference!

[@rethnagireeshwar7199]

An amazing start for me.. :)

[@N0616JCProductions]

Haha!! Run Naked :D I have to say that Raspberry is one heck of a machine, so small yet so powerful. I'm just blown at the abilities it has... I know that it is not what hard core gamer wants, but this thing is so overpowered for its size. Great video as always, I was wondering if you have forgotten this channel :D Haha. I dislike how I can only like this video once...... darn it....

[@n68bedard]

WoW impresive !

[@lorderectus1849]

It’s still the best priced sbc!

[@symbolxchannel]

I am curious : What kind of tasks can't it handle? Have you been surprised by its ability to handle some kind of tasks? Have you considered trying Firefox OS?

[@ExplainingComputers]

Yes, I feel that I will be doing some more Raspberry Pi videos! :) Certainly something using those GPIO pins to control something. And there are lots of options to try in the NOOBS setup -- like the media server . . .

[@amansaxena5898]

"some" 😏

[@MatrixGaimz]

i prefer the the blue case u bought rather than the clesr plastic even though the airflow is worse

[@loriwalkingfeather7425]

Thank you for your video! Might I ask where I can find for purchase that case that is just 2 plastic pieces, top and bottom? I've looked for one like that seeing pics but can't find who sells it. Thank you.

[@connorsmith2754]

Hi you can purchase cases like that from Mod my pi

[@ExplainingComputers]

I don't know. As I understand it (and I know little about Minecraft) it just about has the RAM and processor power, and could have the storage . . . anybody?!

[@Ginissi]

this guy was one of those choices when The Beatles was formed.

[@dannyvell8834]

Splendid