Difference between revisions of "PiKVM"

From Geekworm Wiki
Jump to navigation Jump to search
Line 31: Line 31:
 
* [https://docs.pikvm.org/faq/ Official FAQ]
 
* [https://docs.pikvm.org/faq/ Official FAQ]
 
* [https://pikvm.org/download/ PiKVM OS download]
 
* [https://pikvm.org/download/ PiKVM OS download]
 
==FAQ==
 
* First of all, we recommend you to get more FAQ information on the official website: [https://docs.pikvm.org/faq/ official FAQ], or check the following FAQ;
 
* You can post a issue ticket at [https://geekworm.com/community/forum/topic/78220/pikvm-faq Geekworm forum] or email to us (support@geekworm.com) and attached your installation pictures or videos to get some help.
 
* Blog sharing for reference: https://www.andysblog.de/kvm-over-ip-pikvm-als-bausatz
 
 
 
<span style="color:red;font-weight:bold">Q: Why is the X650 not working?</span>
 
 
A:
 
 
1. First you need to make sure your physical connection is correct, or you can email us at support@geekworm.com to confirm your physical connection;
 
 
2. Make sure to use the right pikvm OS.
 
 
[[File:Pi4-V3-HAT.png|800px]]
 
 
3. Make sure CM4 is tightly connected with X650. (This is very important, and this error often occurs)
 
 
[[File:X650-IMG-5605-2.jpg|800px]]
 
 
 
'''Q: How to switch to root user?'''
 
 
A: run the following command:
 
su root
 
Then type the password, the default password is 'root' also.
 
 
 
Q: Does the x650 support audio?
 
 
A: Yes. Refer to [[Enable pikvm hdmi audio]]
 
 
 
Q: Does the x650 support OLED display?
 
 
A: Yes. please contact us at mail: support@geekworm.com, But we actually think OLED displays are pointless
 
 
 
'''Q: How to enable RTC?'''
 
 
A: Firstly, insert the C1220 button battery.
 
run the following command:
 
rw
 
sudo nano /boot/config.txt
 
#Then change the line: '''dtoverlay=i2c-rtc,pcf8563''' to '''dtoverlay=i2c-rtc,ds1307'''
 
 
#Test RTC
 
#Display the current time of the Raspberry Pi
 
date 
 
#Write the time of Raspberry Pi to DS1307
 
sudo hwclock -w
 
 
#Read the time of DS1307
 
sudo hwclock -r
 
ro
 
  
  

Revision as of 18:36, 22 May 2023

PiKVM-A8
PiKVM-A3
PiKVM-A4

Overview

PiKVM (https://pikvm.org/) is a very powerful and Open Source Software which allows for a remote connection via your Raspberry Pi to turn on/off or restart your computer, configure the UEFI/BIOS, and even reinstall the OS using the Virtual CD-ROM or Flash Drive. You can use your remote keyboard and mouse or PiKVM can simulate a keyboard, mouse, and a monitor, which are then presented in a web browser as if you were working on a remote system directly. It's true hardware-level access with no dependency on any remote ports, protocols or services!


Geekworm PiKVM family products:

Model Compatible with Work with X630 Remark
PiKVM-A3 Raspberry Pi 4 Model B YES
PiKVM-A8 Raspberry Pi 4 Model B YES PCIe version, No external wire
PiKVM-A4 Raspberry Pi zero 2 W YES
X650 Raspberry Pi Computer Module 4 (CM4) NO PCIe version
X680 Raspberry Pi Compute Module 4 (CM4) NO Can control up to 4 USB HDMI computers/servers

PS: PiKVM-A3 is also compatible with Raspberry Pi 3 B+ / 3B, but since Pi3 without OTG interface, when PiKVM-A3 is used with Pi3, OTG analog keyboard and mouse cannot be used.


Some Resource:


Add your comment
Geekworm Wiki welcomes all comments. If you do not want to be anonymous, register or log in. It is free.


Anonymous user #14

3 months ago
Score 0++
Can I stack another HAT on top, like IQaudio DAC. Which pins does the hdmi audio and oled use ?

Walker

3 months ago
Score 0++
Hi, which product are you talking about? KVM-A4?

Anonymous user #13

7 months ago
Score 0++
I want to integrate camera module to pikvm os. Can you help me with the command lines.

Walker

7 months ago
Score 0++
Hello, could you please provide your order number? Then you can contact us via our email: support@geekworm.com we will do our best to solve your problem

Anonymous user #12

9 months ago
Score 0++

I just want to know how to make the PiKVM-A4

LCD display work where are the geekworm scrips to do that

Anonymous user #12

9 months ago
Score 0++

the generic pi2w image is missing i2c-dev & turning it on so add them.


cd /etc/modules-load.d/ more kvmd.conf rw nano kvmd.conf dwc2 libcomposite tc358743 i2c-dev

cd /boot nano config.txt dtparam=i2c_arm=on

systemctl enable --now kvmd-oled kvmd-oled-reboot kvmd-oled-shutdown ro reboot


Walker

9 months ago
Score 0++

you can refer to this

https://wiki...PiKVM-A4#FAQ

Anonymous user #11

10 months ago
Score 0++

I just came across your product: you seem to support PiKVM V3 platform only?

Is there support for V4 also?

Walker

9 months ago
Score 0++
Does not support V4, only supports V3

Anonymous user #10

12 months ago
Score 0++
Does it also support upgrading the Firmware using the virtual flash drive?

Walker

12 months ago
Score 0++
Hello, here we have an official information about PiKVM Handbook, I hope it can help you and solve your doubts: https://docs...table-drives

Anonymous user #9

12 months ago
Score 0++
Ich heiße Stefan, und bin ein kek

Walker

12 months ago
Score 0++
Hello, how can I help you?

Anonymous user #8

19 months ago
Score 0++

Can a HAT expander cable be used with this case i.e. is there enough clearance for the connector, and for ribbon cable to get out of lid?

It looks as if there is a slot / cut-out but can't be sure about size and position from photos.

Lisa

19 months ago
Score 0++
Hi, The case does not support extended GPIO cables because there is not enough space for the X630-A3 to the top of the case.

Anonymous user #7

19 months ago
Score 0++

Hi, I have a PiKVM-A4 Kit (Pi Zero 2W) and LOVE it

Would it be possible to share a 3D model of the assembled boards so I can more easily design a case for it? Or maybe you already have an STL of a case you could share?

Thanks!

Lisa

19 months ago
Score 0++

Hello,

OK,Please email us :support@geekworm.com ; Thanks!

Anonymous user #6

19 months ago
Score 0++

What gives with the Yellow part of the OLED display?

Thought it was just the demo picture, but also shows up on video and was commented on by purchaser on Aliexpress.

Lisa

19 months ago
Score 0++

Hi,

Yellow part: iface eth0

The display can show the temperature, IP address and other information of the Raspberry Pi

Anonymous user #8

19 months ago
Score 0++
With regards to the yellow apsect of the display, my point was this looks like a fault as part of the bottom of the 'iface: eth0' text is in blue. So the question is - is there a fault with the OLED connectivity?

Lisa

19 months ago
Score 0++

Hi,

It is normal, no malfunction, because there are two colors. We will be replacing only one color to solve this problem.

Anonymous user #5

20 months ago
Score 0++
Does the X630 HDMI to CSI bridge has HDMI backpower workaround so it can be used with KVM switch?

Lisa

20 months ago
Score 0++
Hi,It does not support reverse power

Anonymous user #4

20 months ago
Score 0++
Can I support audio ?

Lisa

20 months ago
Score 0++

1/The X630-A3 has an IS2 Audio In interface, which requires additional wiring to connect.

2/But currently the PIKVM system does not support audio. It depends on the system you are using.

3/The X630-A4 does not support audio.

Anonymous user #3

21 months ago
Score 0++
Obviously this is a DIY / opensource version and the latter are enterprise solutions, but how does this compare to IPMI (or for Dell, iDRAC, and HP, ILo or Lights-out)?

Harry

21 months ago
Score 0++

Hi, pikvm.org to get more function details.

Thanks

Anonymous user #2

21 months ago
Score 0++
Is the X630-A3 fan a 3-pin PWM fan that supports changing fan speed?

Lisa

21 months ago
Score 0++

Hi,

It is a 2pin fan and does not support speed adjustment.

Anonymous user #1

21 months ago
Score 0++
What is RTC? Why do you need it?

Lisa

21 months ago
Score 0++
Hardware Real Time Clock (RTC) with CR1220 coin battery socket