Friday, July 12, 2013

Gooseberry mini computer

Gooseberry- An alternative to Raspberry Pi


Specs
  • CPU : A10 1 Ghz overclockable to 1.5 Ghz (1.2 Ghz highest stable overclock on android)
  • Graphics Processor : Mali 400 MHz
  • Operating System : Now Android 4.0 ICS
  • Onboard Storage: 4Gb (upgradeable by Micro SD memory card- 32gb)
  • Wifi: 802.11 b/g/n
  • Connectivity: Ac jack, 1x 3.5mm Earphone Jack, 1x Mini Usb, 1x Hdmi Out, Micro Sd slot
  • Compatible software: Android ICS is the only fully compatible OS! Ubuntu a possibility with advanced technical knowledge


Requirements to get the board running
  • Mini Hdmi cable to connect the board to an tv or monitor
  • Male Mini usb to female usb cable to connect usb peripherals (mouse, keyboard, usb hub)
  • Powered USB hub to connect power hungry peripherals such if required such as External Hard drives
  • Mini USB to USB to connect board to computer for flashing the on board Nand flash