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[[File:01-X630-A8-IMG-4966-main-1.jpg|thumb|right|PiKVM PCIe， PCIe, PiKVM-A8]]

PiKVM-A8 is a member of the [[PiKVM]] <ref>PiKVM © belongs to https://pikvm.org</ref>family. It only supports Raspberry Pi 4 Model B. It is directly inserted into the computer case as a PCI card. That is, you can put a computer into your computer. It does not require additional cables and is more convenient to use.

* POE power (Recommend, but it's expensive because you need a poe switch, '''<span style="color:red;">the poe switch must support 802.3af.</span>''')

[[X630-A8]] (PiKVM-A8 PCIe version) equipped with a active cooling fan (3007 5V PH2.0) that cool your raspberry pi;

==Installation VideoUser Manual==PiKVM-A8 Installation Video: https://youtuFirst you need to make sure your hardware connections are correct, please refer to the above video and diagram below.be/BV8UkSgqWLo

{{#ev<span style="color:youtube|httpsred;font-weight:bold">'''Important Note:'''<//youtuspan> If you receive and are using the black 10pin I2S audio cable, the I2S cable maybe in the wrong wire connection. Refer to below photo.Please do not use the wrong I2S cable for KVM-A8, you need to change the I2S cable to right direction to use or attach order number to contact us via email(support@geekworm.com).be/BV8UkSgqWLo}}

==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 [httpsFile://geekworm.com/community/forum/topic/78220/pikvmI2S-Cable-KVM-faq Geekworm forum] or email to us (support@geekworm.com) and attached your installation pictures or videos to get some helpA8.* Blog sharing jpg|400px|Right I2S Cable for reference: https://www.andysblog.de/kvmKVM-over-ip-pikvm-als-bausatzA8]]

'''Q===OS Download & Installation===1. I want to control several pc powerFirstly, need prepair a micro sd card, a minimum 16 Gb class 10 memory card is recommended. Is it possible with one PiKVM-A8'''

A2. NoDownload an appropriate OS image for the PiKVM, one kit can only control one pcthe url link is: https://pikvm.org/download/

:For Raspberry Pi 4, please use [https://files.pikvm.org/images/v3-hdmi-rpi4-box-latest.img.xz PiKVM V3 platform]. <span style="color:red;">Only compatible with '''PiKVM V3 OS'''Q. There is a I2S Audio In on X630-A8, does the packing list contain an I2S cable? How to connect it?NOT support '''V4'''</span>

A. No contain an I2S cable:[[File:Pi4-V3-HAT. png|800px|PiKVM V3 platform]]

PiKVM OS does not support I2S, so 3. Flash it cannot be used yetto a microSD memory card by following [https://docs.pikvm.org/flashing_os the simple instructions] or [https://www.raspberrypi.com/documentation/computers/getting-started.html#installing-the-operating-system Official installation tutorial]

The 10pin SH14.0 connector is for '''future''' I2S HDMI audio support. Once it supportedPower the device, we will update then open explore to login the product information for detail usepikvm web ui.

Due to different RTC chips with official PiKVM hardware, you still need to '''Q: How to login?configure RTC'''to make RTC work normally.

A: Input the XX.XX.XX.XX ip address on the explorer, then input user: adminFirstly, insert the default password is 'admin' also'C1220''' button battery.run the following command in web terminal window:

2. Switch OS to writable mode rw3. Edit the /boot/config.txt file, and change line <code>dtoverlay=i2c-rtc,pcf8563</code> to <code>dtoverlay=i2c-rtc,ds1307</code> (due to use the different RTC chip). sudo nano /boot/config.txtThen save & '''Q: How to switch root user?reboot'''the device;

A:4.Test & setting RTC, write&read the time of Raspberry Pi to RTC DS1307 su rootdate #default password sudo hwclock -w is root alsosudo hwclock -r

'''Q: How to enable ===Enable OLED?'''display=== A: Run the following command in web terminal window to enable OLED display:

'''Q==FAQ==* First of all, we recommend you to get more FAQ information on the official website: Why OLED is not display?'''[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

A: Please confirm that your OS is right'''Q:Why PiKVM-A3/A4/A8 does not show the video only display <span class="tb_red">No Signals</span>?'''

[[FileA:Pi4# Please check the hardware connection. Double-V3-HATcheck that the video capture device is connected correctly and tightly. # Make sure you use the original HDMI port. If your desktop only has a VGA display port, there may be no video signal when you use <b>VGA to HDMI adapter</b>, and there is no way to solve this; However, you can try to lower the resolution and restart the PC to test, but the probability of success is very low.# Change the HDMI cable to test.# Test the X630 separately to check if there is HDMI output.# Some laptops do not output any signal until you switch the output (usually via the FN + and an F5 key on the keyboard).# Your computer maybe enter sleep mode, please exit sleep mode.png|800px]]

'''Q: How A. The PiKVM-A8 hardware itself does not cause the system to enable RTC?'''reboot, and Pikvm-A8 shield is controled by raspberry pi 4;

A'''Please ensure these keys:''' 1. The [https: Firstly, insert the C1220 button battery//pikvm.org/download/ PiKVM OS version] is correct; 2.Check & use a high-quality power supply;run 3. Whether the following command:raspberry pi 4 temperature is too high; rw sudo nano /boot/config4. Contact us via email to support@geekworm.txtcom   #Then change the line: '''dtoverlay=i2cQ. I want to control several pc power. Is it possible with one PiKVM-rtc,pcf8563A8'''  A. No, one PiKVM-A8 can only control one pc. Please refer to [[X680]] 4-port IP KVM Switch.  '''dtoverlay=i2c-rtc,ds1307Q: How to login?''' #Test RTC #Display A: Input the current time of XX.XX.XX.XX ip address on the Raspberry Pi date #Write explorer, then input user: admin, the time of Raspberry Pi to DS1307 sudo hwclock -w #Read the time of DS1307 sudo hwclock -r rodefault password is 'admin' also.

'''Q: Why PiKVM-A3/A4 does not show the videoHow to switch root user?'''

* Double-check that the video capture device su root #default password is connected correctly and tightly. For the CSI bridge, this should be exactly the camera port;* Some laptops do not output any signal until you switch the output (usually via the FN + and an F5 key on the keyboard).* Your computer may have turned on sleep mode for the monitor. Move the mouse to turn it off.root also