Software and Motor Setup
Connect Raspberry Pi 5 with RPU
Connect the two computers, join the setup network, and secure the default dashboard account.
Connect and Power On
- With both boards powered off, connect the Ethernet cable directly between the Raspberry Pi 5 and the RPU. This private link does not connect to a router.
- Apply the approved power source to each board.
- Allow approximately two minutes for startup.
TBC: board power method
The source guide does not identify board connector polarity, fuse, switch, power sequencing, or emergency disconnect hardware. Use only the released board power configuration.
Connect to the Dashboard
- Join the Wi-Fi network
asimov1from a laptop or phone. - Enter the initial Wi-Fi password
asimovsetup. - Open
http://10.42.0.1:8080. - Sign in with the initial account
adminand passwordadmin. - Open Account and change the password immediately.
Change the default password
Do not continue while the dashboard still uses its public default credentials. Anyone within range of the setup network could otherwise reach the robot controls.
On Dashboard, confirm the RPU is reported as reachable. If it is not, stop and inspect the Ethernet connection and both board power states.
If the Dashboard Is Unavailable
| Symptom | Check |
|---|---|
asimov1 does not appear | Wait two full minutes; verify the Raspberry Pi has power and the microSD card is seated; re-flash without OS customization if it was applied |
10.42.0.1:8080 does not load | Confirm the device remains connected to asimov1; disable automatic switching to another Wi-Fi network |
| RPU is unreachable | Check the direct Ethernet cable and the approved power state of both boards |
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