How to install, start and configure the Raspberry Pi for the first time

author: ft
29/06/2023
Equipment needed to use the Raspberry Pi
The SD card with Raspberry Pi system installed above 1.8G (for installation system, refer to Installing Raspberry Pi System to SD Card under Windows and
Installing Raspberry Pi System to SD Card Using Etcher).
2.MicroUsb interface power adapter above 5V/3A.
3. A set of keyboard and mouse with USB interface.
4. HDMI cable, used to connect to the display, or HDMI to VGA, or HDMI to DVI, mainly depends on your display interface.
Load SD card, connect peripherals

1. First insert the SD card with the installed system into the Raspberry Pi.
2. Then connect the USB keyboard and mouse to the Raspberry Pi.
3. Connect Raspberry Pi to TV or monitor with HDMI cable. If your monitor is a VGA interface output, then you will also need an HDMI to VGA cable.
4. Connect the Raspberry Pi and the router with a network cable. (optional)
5. Connect the power cord and turn on the power.
Start the Raspberry Pi
When you see the red power indicator on the Raspberry Pi main board is on, and the green indicator flashes occasionally, it means that the system has started. If it goes well, you will see the Raspberry Pi Logo.

If you are using the Lite version of the system, a command prompt for login will appear.
Please enter the user name: pi, password: raspberry, if you find that the keyboard keys do not respond, it means compatibility issues, please try another keyboard.
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Initialization settings
The desktop version will automatically enter the initial setup wizard after startup.
Under the guidance, configure the country, language, and time zone according to the actual situation, and set the login password and WiFi.
If you are using the Lite version of the system, it is recommended to view the tutorial of changing the keyboard layout of the Raspberry Pi out of the box configuration to set it up.
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