Setting-Up The Raspberry Pi Part 2

Now with all the parts gathered up,

You need a power supply of 5VDC with 

an output of at least 750ma. Some cell phone

chargers can be just the ticket. The ones that

utilize a USB cable can increase the options

for powering the Pi. Hint: most modern TV's have USB ports!

A remote control is a great way to interface with your Pi. There are many remotes available that function with the PI and XBMC ranging in price from $4 or $5 US to $39 or more. I spent about $6 US on this one on Amazon.

Although in most cases the Pi will become a 

semi-permanent fixture attached to your TV, by going wireless it will certainly leave your options open as to placement. One less ugly wire to contend with in that mass behind the entertainment center right? I picked up this nano adapter for a mere $12 US.

Don't forget this one, the HDMI cable to connect to your TV. The placement of your Pi will dictate the length of the cable you will need to purchase. I opted for a 3 meter cable, although I believe a 2 meter cable would have been enough. I want to make sure I can keep the Pi away from any heat being generated by the rest of my entertainment system.

To keep fingers and such off the actual components of the Pi a case should be utilized. There are a wide variety of cases made for the Pi and range in price from a couple dollars up.

The folks a NOOBS have a super easy way to install the OS on your Raspberry Pi. The download page here.

I questioned the fact that there are heat sinks on the market for the Pi chips and if they are needed and the reply to that question was found here from the team at Raspberry Pi, and the answer was "If you are using your RasPi within the normal use the foundation foresaw for the device YOU DO NOT NEED Heat Sinks for your RasPi."

Once you have your Pi up and running you can enjoy all your network storage has to offer at full 1080P and digital sound. (if your TV supports it).