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* 3D graphics require a binary blob, but you can just not use 3D graphics. | * 3D graphics require a binary blob, but you can just not use 3D graphics. | ||
* Boot loader is u-boot. ROM source isn't open, but ROM is really ROM, in the chip, not flashable from software. There is a loader between the ROM and u-boot called x-loader, but it is based on u-boot and is free software. | * Boot loader is u-boot. ROM source isn't open, but ROM is really ROM, in the chip, not flashable from software. There is a loader between the ROM and u-boot called x-loader, but it is based on u-boot and is free software. | ||
| − | * The [http://www.alwaysinnovating.com Always Innovating Touch Book | + | * The [http://www.alwaysinnovating.com Always Innovating Touch Book] is basically a BeagleBoard in a (*really* :-) nice case. |
* See IRC logs starting [http://www.beagleboard.org/irclogs/index.php?date=2009-04-14#T17:17:51 here] for more... | * See IRC logs starting [http://www.beagleboard.org/irclogs/index.php?date=2009-04-14#T17:17:51 here] for more... | ||
Revision as of 13:46, 14 April 2009
Work in progress
Looks like we need some things that are on wikipedia mediawiki [1] but not here or default in 1.12 [2] for this to look good. I'm copying a lot of syntax from this wikipedia article [3].
Specifically this syntax is not working:
Footnote / reference syntax
<ref name="coreboot-on-dbe61c-usb">http://wiki.thincan.org/DBE61#Caveats states that "USB boot is not possible without highly experimental code."</ref>
Example: [1]
Template syntax
{{yes}}
{{no}}
{{rh}}
Example: style="background: #90ff90; color: black; vertical-align: middle; text-align: center; " class="table-yes"|Yes
Please help
Please add to this list, and speak up if you see something that you know is non-free!
Desktops
Definition
These systems at minimum should have:
- The ability to work stand-alone - no reliance on other computers being available
- Libre boot firmware (BIOS)
- No components that can not be replaced by a person with a screwdriver that require drivers with binary blobs to function
- Usually wifi adapters and graphics adapters are the issues here - you can help with this if you are a hacker with appropriate skills...
- Not make an insane amount of noise or have a form factor that is aimed at the server market
Comparison: Basic properties
| Release year | Approx System Price | Architecture | Boot firmware | Wifi chipset | Video chipset | Links | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BeagleBoard RevC2 | 2008 | $206.30 BeagleBoard + Power Supply + Case |
armel | u-boot | - | todo | todo |
| ThinCan DBE61C-USB | 2005 | $395 (for minimum of 2) |
i386 | coreboot "USB boot is not possible without highly experimental code." [4] |
- | todo | todo |
Comparison: Where purchaseable and lowest-cost shipping option
| World | BE | CN | FR | US | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BeagleBoard RevC2 | Yes | $22 | |||
| ThinCan DBE61C-USB | Yes | $125 |
Please use ISO Country Codes.
World indicates that there is at least one reseller that is willing to ship anywhere in the world as a standard part of their business.
Misc Notes
BeagleBoard RevC2
- 3D graphics require a binary blob, but you can just not use 3D graphics.
- Boot loader is u-boot. ROM source isn't open, but ROM is really ROM, in the chip, not flashable from software. There is a loader between the ROM and u-boot called x-loader, but it is based on u-boot and is free software.
- The Always Innovating Touch Book is basically a BeagleBoard in a (*really* :-) nice case.
- See IRC logs starting here for more...
ThinCan DBE61C-USB
Really expensive shipping.
lshw output
Output from lshw.
BeagleBoard RevC2
TODO
ThinCan DBE61C-USB
TODO
Machines to evaluate when possible
- Lemote Fuloong Mini - not available outside of china to the general public as far as I know - might be possible to get if you are a hacker and contact them directly. Need someone who speaks a Chinese language to comment on price and availability within China (this info doesn't seem to be available in English).
- ThinCan DBE63 - should be available in Q2 or Q3 2009.
