Support for other boards

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Hello,

I was wondering if there has been any thoughts for supporting others
that want to make their own boards with different changes?

It's nice to get the support and associated files to build your own
boards but getting the components seems to be an issue (ie due to
quantities).

Is there any way to get this supported? Purchase key components in a
kit through Digi-Key?

regards,

Glen

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Hello,

I was wondering if there has been any thoughts for supporting others
that want to make their own boards with different changes?

The way to get support for building your own hardware design is to buy the TI OMAP35x EVM (http://www.ti.com/omap35x) through a TI authorized distributor. You can utilize the Beagle Board design files and utilize the TI EVM to test out adding your circuits before making your own board. You can also make use of the LogicPD OMAP3530 System-On-Module or, eventually, the Gumstix or Cogent tiny single-board computers.

It's nice to get the support and associated files to build your own
boards but getting the components seems to be an issue (ie due to
quantities).

Most of the parts can be ordered from Digi-Key. There has been some discussion of adding the Digi-Key part numbers to the bill-of-materials spreadsheet.

For the memories, you would need to contact Samsung or Micron. I believe the only other difficult device to acquire is the TWL4030. TI has announce plans to provide a drop-in replacement device through distribution, but I don't have an availability date.

Is there any way to get this supported? Purchase key components in a
kit through Digi-Key?

Realize not so many people can do manufacturing and assembly with the 0.4mm package.

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I am not sure I understand your question. There are no parts on the BeagleBoard that have a minimum quantity attached to them as everything on it are catalog devices. Is there a particular part you are concerned about?

Gerald

4

All,

Has anyone hooked a BB up to NiMH batteries?

I Beleive the NiMH cells are rated at 1.2V and so 4 would provide 4.8 volts.

Would this work for Beagling?

Thanks

John Westerdale

5

I see no reason why this will not work. We have powered the board from 2 AA Li-ION batteries using a USB battery boost device designed for cellphones.

Gerald

6

HI Jason,

Thanks for your response. This does answer my question and as we do
want to make our own boards (not use LogicPD, Gumstix or Cogent
systems) then it would be important for us to understand if TI will
follow through on their drop-in replacement device and the time
frame.

The difficulty will be working with Samsung or Micron as a small
project... little access and support. So, if the BeagleBoard org would
work with them on supplying components to small projects via Digi-Key
or some other identity then I can see a much easier path to building
our own boards.

regards,

Glen

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Are you looking for POP devices or standard type devices? Tell me what you need and I will contact Micron with your request.

Gerald