Frequently asked questions

Is the Linux operating system included with the Raspberry PI?

No, but it can be downloaded from the Element 14 community site.

www.element14.com/raspberrypi

Is there a hard case for the Raspberry finder?

No official case has been published.

How do you perform 10 units when configured as a parallel processing cluster?

We do not have any information on this application. Please see the developer FAQ site for more information

Are other operating systems compatible with the Rasberry PI?

We don't have all the development information yet. However, some third parties are looking to develop operating systems that are compatible with their own.

What is the minimum size required for Fedora or Debian Linux?

2 GB is the minimum space required for the OS installation, however, 4 GB cards are recommended.

Can Raspberry Pi handle any SD card or is there a limit to its capacity?

At least 2 GB of capacity is required for the operating system. Developers have tested cards up to 32 GB and they seem to work well.

Is the audio jack on the Raspberry 2.5mm or 3.5mm?

It is 3.5 mm. You can see the technical documentation for more details

http://www.element14.com/community/docs/DOC-43230

What are the dimensions and weight of the Model B board?

It measures 53.98mm x 85.60mm x 17mm. The connectors and SD card do not extend beyond the edges of the card. The Rasberry PI weighs about 45g.

Are the available SD cards pre-loaded?

The SD cards are pre-loaded