In desktop mode, the RevPi is connected directly to a monitor, mouse, and keyboard. A network connection is not strictly necessary, but without an internet connection, updates are not possible.
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Desktop mode is not possible for the RevPi Flat and RevPi Flat S base modules. |
▷ Make sure that all devices are disconnected from their power supplies.
▷ Connect a monitor to the micro HDMI interface of the RevPi.
▷ Connect the mouse and keyboard to the USB interfaces of the RevPi.
▷ Connect the power supply to the RevPi.
❯ The RevPi starts. The terminal appears on the monitor.
▷ Log in with user name pi and the password.
Linux GUI #
In desktop mode, a graphical user interface (Linux GUI) is available as an alternative to the terminal. The Linux GUI is recommended for local visualization tasks, demo setups, or for users who are not familiar with commands in a terminal.
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The Linux GUI requires more RAM than a terminal, so the GUI should only be used on RevPi devices with at least 2 GB RAM. |
Installing Linux GUI #
With a Default image, the Linux GUI is already preinstalled, whereas with a Lite image, it must be installed separately if needed.
▷ Install the GUI with:
sudo apt-get install revpi-uiSee also: Which Image Should I Use?
Enabling Linux-GUI via Terminal #
▷ Enable the GUI with:
sudo revpi-config enable gui▷ Reboot the RevPi with:
sudo rebootEnabling Linux-GUI via Cockpit #
▷ In the System Configuration section, enable the option for Boot to GUI.