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= Getting Started with a Gateworks SBC =
Welcome!  Thank you for purchasing a Gateworks single board computer (SBC).  We hope to get you started with a little bit of info from our Gateworks wiki site.

Gateworks single board computers (SBC) are powerful, low power network processor boards that are unlimited in their capabilities.  Typically, you will find OpenWrt (Linux) pre-installed by default, and thus a lot of information is devoted towards configuring and using the OpenWRT software.  Because OpenWrt is open source, Gateworks encourages customers to also leverage the open source community of [http://www.openwrt.org OpenWrt] on the web!  The Ventana & Newport family also supports other BSPs that can be found on the [wiki:ventana Ventana Product Wiki Page] & [wiki:newport Newport Product Wiki Page].

We highly encourage you to utilize this wiki ([wiki:WikiStart#HowtoUsethisWiki How to Use Gateworks Wiki]) after getting your single board computer turned on with the step by step instructions below.  


= Required items =
To get started and get connected to your board '''you will need''':
 1. Gateworks Single Board Computer
 2. Power supply (there are many options here, please use the supply sent with the development kit to get started)
 3. JTAG USB Programmer - not required but '''VERY''' helpful. Used for programming board and serial console access. (Included in development kit) More info on JTAG [wiki:jtag_instructions here]
 4. A computer, preferably a Linux machine such as Ubuntu.  Windows will also work.  
 1. Operating Manuals are also available online at [http://www.gateworks.com/usermanuals] which contain very helpful information.
 
= Physical Connections =
There are two main connections to the single board computer ( SBC ).  
 1. Power 
 2. Communication


== Power == 
 * Most Gateworks' boards support voltages between 10VDC - 48VDC. Please consult the operating manual.
 * If a development kit was purchased, a 12V or 24V DC Wall supply is included that will connect to the power connector barrel jack on the GateworksSBC. 
 * Some boards require a 2 pin specialty connector. Silkscreen labels are often labeled VIN for voltage input.
 * POE is possible on certain models.  802.3af is available on certain models.  Passive POE between 10-48VDC is often supported.  Please consult the user manual. [wiki:poe POE Information]

== Communication ==
USB JTAG Dongle (included with development kits, or sold separately  [https://shop.gateworks.com/index.php?route=product/category&path=70_80 Buy a Jtag] - This device is necessary for serial console access.

Example Configuration:
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= First Steps =
Steps to get to a '''command prompt''' on the board:

 1. Serial Console.
  * Please go through the setup instructions for connecting the USB JTAG Programmer to a Host PC.  
   * [wiki:jtag_instructions#SerialConsoleAccessonLinux Linux Serial Console instructions]
   * [wiki:jtag_instructions#Windows Windows Serial Console instructions]
 1. '''Connect:''' the communication cables, such as the JTAG cable or an ethernet cable or serial cable.
 1. '''Start console program''' (configured in step 1.)
 1. '''Connect power.'''
 1. The board will start '''outputting text out of the serial console'''. 
  * Yocto OS Login: root
  * See example picture below:

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= Next Steps =
Now that you can login to the board, the options are unlimited! Start using the Gateworks board for your intended use!

'''There is lots of great information on the [wiki: Gateworks Software Wiki] homepage pointing to many examples, hints, tips, and tricks! '''

Please use the '''search box''' in the top right hand corner as well! '''Product Manuals''' are also available online at [http://www.gateworks.com/usermanuals] which contain very helpful information.

Recommended reading:
 * [wiki:jtag_instructions#PhysicalConnections JTAG page]

Feel free to contact us for any support at !support@gateworks.com

= Software Update =

The Gateworks SBC is shipped with software pre-installed. However, software is continually being enhanced and improved. Gateworks recommends reviewing the latest versions compared to what is already installed and updating accordingly. 
 * Board Families
  * [wiki:ventana Ventana]
  * [wiki:newport Newport]

== Installing Firmware ==
Gateworks Boards are shipped with a default firmware pre-installed, but if you want a specific BSP or version, or want to ensure you have the latest firmware you can update it in a couple different ways:
 * JTAG: Flash your board with binary image from a binary listed in step [wiki:#Requireditems above] or the one you compiled using a USB JTAG Programmer and these [wiki:jtag_instructions JTAG Instructions]
 * TFTP Ethernet: as detailed here (bootloader specific):
  * [wiki:newport Newport Family]
  * [wiki:ventana/openwrt Ventana OpenWrt Specific]
  * [wiki:laguna/openwrt Laguna OpenWrt Specific]

2. Software - Firmware image - (Note: Your board comes with the firmware pre-installed, so you may be able to skip this step. ), typically OpenWRT, the Linux distribution that Gateworks runs on the SBC (single board computers) [wiki:OpenWrt]- either download a pre-built binary from our website, or compile your own (Linux only). 
  1. Pre-built binaries can be found on each family's respective page: [http://trac.gateworks.com/#QuickLinksforBoardSpecificInfoandPre-BuiltBinaryImagesSoftware See here]
  2. Building / Compiling firmware:
   * [wiki:newport Newport Family]
   * [wiki:ventana/openwrt OpenWrt for Ventana Family]
   * [wiki:Android Android for Ventana Family]
   * [wiki:ventana/ubuntu Ubuntu for Ventana Family]
   * [wiki:Yocto Yocto for Ventana Family] 
   * [wiki:laguna/openwrt OpenWrt Laguna Family]