Make sure you have prepared the following hardware items:
VisionFive 2
Micro SD card (32 GB or more)
USB card reader for your host PC
PC with Linux/Windows/Mac OS
Power adapter
USB Type-C Cable
For desktop environment usage:
Keyboard and mouse
Monitor or TV
HDMI cable
Additionally, here are some optional components which you may also
need:
Ethernet LAN cable or a compatible WiFi dongle (ESWIN6600U or
AIC8800 module is enabled by default)
USB to UART Serial converter module
Tip: This is used for system recovery via UART boot
mode.
Warning:
During the use of VisionFive 2, avoid
contact with hard objects that may cause damage. Thus, StarFive recommends that you
use spacers for the following NPTHs (Non Plating Through Hole):
Figure 1. NPTHs on VisionFive 2
For spacers, StarFive
strongly recommends that you use the copper columns or studs with the
following specifications:
Single head hexagonal copper columns (Size: M2.5*10+6mm)Figure 2. Single head hexagonal copper columns
Double way hexagon copper studs (Size: M2.5*4)Figure 3. Double way hexagon copper studs
Note: The recommended SSD mounting screw for VisionFive 2 is M2 × 3 mm (Head
Diameter: 5.0 mm).Figure 4. SSD Mounting Location