PiKVM
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:
FAQ
- First of all, we recommend you to get more FAQ information on the official website: official FAQ, or check the following FAQ;
- You can post a issue ticket at 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
Q: Why is the X650 not working?
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.
3. Make sure CM4 is tightly connected with X650. (This is very important, and this error often occurs)
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
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