Raspberry Pi gets jiggy with batch CM5 provisioning
Clamp, flash, repeat – no separate IO board or host computer required
Raspberry Pi has introduced a $600 Programmable Clamp to simplify the process of preparing multiple Compute Module 5 (CM5) boards for deployment. The device integrates the provisioning host and module interface into one compact unit, eliminating the need for a separate IO board. While the IO board is cheaper and serves a different purpose, the Programming Jig handles the actual provisioning process.
Designed to install an operating system and security configuration on each CM5, the device can process one board at a time, taking approximately 90 seconds per module. Once the provisioning is complete, a green status LED confirms that the module is ready to be replaced with the next one. Initial setup involves writing the Jig's own operating system and configuring it using Raspberry Pi Imager.
Raspberry Pi recommends using Connect for remote access to the Jig's desktop, allowing operators to upload the necessary images for their CM5 boards. The Programming Jig addresses the remaining challenge of hardware integration, simplifying the mass-provisioning process for industrial users deploying embedded systems.
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