SunFounder Pironman User manual

SunFounder Pironman
www.sunfounder.com
Jan 05, 2024

CONTENTS
1 1. What Else Should We Prepare? 3
2 2. Assembly Instructions 5
3 3. Installing the OS 7
4 4. Setting Up Your Raspberry Pi 15
4.1 Setting Up with a Screen ......................................... 15
4.2 Setting Up Without a Screen ....................................... 16
5 5. Setting Up the Pironman 25
5.1 Configuring Shutdown to Deactivate GPIO Power ........................... 25
5.2 Downloading and Installing the Software ................................ 25
5.3 Modifying the Configuration ....................................... 26
6 6. About Hardware 29
6.1 Features .................................................. 29
6.2 IO Expander ............................................... 31
6.3 USB HDMI Adapter ........................................... 38
6.4 Pi5 NVMe PIP .............................................. 39
6.5 MicroSD Extender ............................................ 48
6.6 Power Switch Conventor ......................................... 48
6.7 Tower Cooler ............................................... 52
6.8 OLED Screen ............................................... 53
6.9 Fans .................................................... 54
7 7. Appendix 57
7.1 Get the IP address ............................................ 57
7.2 Install OpenSSH via Powershell ..................................... 57
7.3 PuTTY .................................................. 59
8 FAQ 63
8.1 OLED Screen Not Working? ....................................... 63
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Thanks for choosing our Pironman 5.
Elevate your Raspberry Pi 5 with the Pironman 5, our top-tier case designed for unmatched style and functionality. It’s
the perfect blend of aesthetics and performance:
•Raspberry Pi 5 mini PC
•0.96” OLED Display showing Raspberry Pi’s CPU usage, temperature, disk usage, IP address, RAM usage etc.
•Tower cooler can cool a 100% CPU load Pi to 39°C at 25°C room temperature
•2 RGB Fans, with GPIO control
•1 PWM Fan on the Tower Cooler is controlled by the Raspberry Pi system.
•Supports four (PCIE2.0 / PCIE 3.0) NVMe M.2 SSD sizes: 2230, 2242, 2260, and 2280.
•4 WS2812 Addressable RGB LED light up the whole case with cool light effect
•IR Receiver for multi-media center like Kodi or Volumio
•Retro metal power button for safe shut down
•External GPIO extender with pin name label, for easy access.
•Equipped with a spring-loaded socket for easy card removal.
•Aluminum main body with clear Acrylic side panel
The Pironman 5 is not just a case; it’s an upgrade that transforms your Raspberry Pi 5 into a powerful, efficient, and
stylish device. Get yours now and experience the future of Raspberry Pi cases!
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Note: Pironman 5 compatible systems are shown below. If you have other systems installed, some of the Pironman 5
components may not be available.
•Raspberry Pi OS (bookworm 64 desktop / lite)
•Ubuntu Desktop 23.1
•Ubuntu Server 23.1
If you have any questions, please send an email to [e-mail] and we will respond as soon as possible.
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CHAPTER
ONE
1. WHAT ELSE SHOULD WE PREPARE?
Essential Components
•Raspberry Pi 5 Model B
The Pironman is fully compatible with the Raspberry Pi 5 Model B.
•5V/5A Power Adapter
A 5V/5A power adapter is required to power the Pironman 5 and its components.
•Micro SD Card
It is recommended to use an SD card with a minimum of 16GB of storage for Raspberry Pi OS. For
Raspberry Pi OS Lite, a minimum of 4GB is advised.
Optional Components
•M.2 NVMe SSD
The Pironman 5 features an NVMe PIP with an M.2 SSD connector, accommodating four NVMe M.2
SSD sizes: 2230, 2242, 2260, and 2280. It supports both PCIE2.0 and PCIE 3.0 NVMe M.2 SSDs.
•Screen
To access the Raspberry Pi’s desktop environment, a screen such as a TV or a computer monitor is
required.
•HDMI Cable
The Raspberry Pi 5’s HDMI ports have been adapted to standard HDMI Type A interfaces via a USB
HDMI adapter. Therefore, a standard HDMI to HDMI cable is needed to connect the Pironman 5 to
a display.
•Mouse & Keyboard
Any USB port on the Pironman 5 can be used to connect a wired keyboard and mouse, or a USB
Bluetooth receiver for wireless peripherals.
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CHAPTER
TWO
2. ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Before assembling the Pironman, please first verify that all parts and components have been included. If there are any
missing or damaged components, please contact SunFounder immediately at [e-mail] to resolve the
issue as soon as possible.
Tips
•It is recommended to follow the paper installation instructions step by step.
•Before installation, sort and stack the components to find them more quickly.
•Repeatedly check the connections of FFC and FPC cables to avoid poor contact.
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CHAPTER
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3. INSTALLING THE OS
Required Components
•Raspberry Pi 5B
•A Personal Computer
•A Micro SD card
Installation Steps
1. Visit the Raspberry Pi software download page at Raspberry Pi Imager. Choose the Imager version compatible
with your operating system. Download and open the file to initiate installation.
2. A security prompt may appear during installation, depending on your operating system. For example, Windows
might display a warning message. In such cases, select More info and then Run anyway. Follow the on-screen
guidance to complete the installation of the Raspberry Pi Imager.
3. Insert your SD card into your computer or laptop’s SD card slot.
4. Launch the Raspberry Pi Imager application by clicking its icon or typing rpi-imager in your terminal.
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5. Within the Imager, click CHOOSE DEVICE and select the Raspberry Pi 5 model from the dropdown list.
6. Select CHOOSE OS and opt for the recommended operating system version.
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7. Click Choose Storage and select the appropriate storage device for the installation.
Note: Ensure you select the correct storage device. To avoid confusion, disconnect any additional
storage devices if multiple ones are connected.
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8. Click NEXT and then EDIT SETTINGS to tailor your OS settings.
9. Define a hostname for your Raspberry Pi.
Note: The hostname is your Raspberry Pi’s network identifier. You can access your Pi using
<hostname>.local or <hostname>.lan.
10. Create a Username and Password for the Raspberry Pi’s administrator account.
Note: Establishing a unique username and password is vital for securing your Raspberry Pi, which
lacks a default password.
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11. Configure the wireless LAN by providing your network’s SSID and Password.
Note: Set the Wireless LAN country to the two-letter ISO/IEC alpha2 code corresponding to
your location.
12. Click SERVICES and activate SSH for secure, password-based remote access. Remember to save your settings.
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13. Confirm your selected settings by clicking Yes.
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14. If the SD card contains existing data, ensure you back it up to prevent data loss. Proceed by clicking Yes if no
backup is needed.
15. The OS installation process will commence on the SD card. A confirmation dialog will appear upon completion.
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CHAPTER
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4. SETTING UP YOUR RASPBERRY PI
4.1 Setting Up with a Screen
Having a screen simplifies the process of working with your Raspberry Pi.
Required Components
•Raspberry Pi 5 Model B
•Power Adapter
•Micro SD card
•Screen Power Adapter
•HDMI cable
•Screen
•Mouse
•Keyboard
Steps:
1. Insert the Micro SD card with Raspberry Pi OS installed into the Pironman 5.
2. Connect the Mouse and Keyboard to the Pironman 5.
3. Use the HDMI cable to connect the screen to the Pironman 5’s HDMI port. Ensure the screen is plugged into a
power source and turned on.
4. Power the Pironman 5 using the power adapter. The Raspberry Pi OS desktop should appear on the screen after
a few seconds.
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4.2 Setting Up Without a Screen
If you don’t have a monitor, remote login is a viable option.
Required Components
•Raspberry Pi 5 Model B
•Power Adapter
•Micro SD card
Using SSH, you can access the Raspberry Pi’s Bash shell, which is the default Linux shell. Bash offers a command-line
interface for performing various tasks.
For those preferring a graphical user interface (GUI), the remote desktop feature is a convenient alternative for managing
files and operations.
For detailed setup tutorials based on your operating system, refer to the following sections:
4.2.1 For Mac OS X Users
For Mac OS X users, SSH (Secure Shell) offers a secure and convenient method to remotely access and control a
Raspberry Pi. This is particularly handy for working with the Raspberry Pi remotely or when it’s not connected to
a monitor. Using the Terminal application on a Mac, you can establish this secure connection. The process involves
an SSH command incorporating the Raspberry Pi’s username and hostname. During the initial connection, a security
prompt will ask for confirmation of the Raspberry Pi’s authenticity.
1. To connect to the Raspberry Pi, type the following SSH command:
ssh [e-mail]
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