Getting Started with Pimeleon

Welcome to Pimeleon! This section will guide you through installation, initial setup, and basic troubleshooting.

Quick Start

1. Download and Flash - Get Pimeleon running on your Raspberry Pi
2. First Boot Setup - Configure basic settings (coming soon)
3. Connect Your Network - Integrate Pimeleon into your network (coming soon)

In This Section

Installation

• Fresh Install - Download image and flash to SD card

Troubleshooting

• Boot Issues - Won't boot? LED problems? Start here

Common Questions

Do I need any special hardware?

• Raspberry Pi 3B+ or newer
• Quality SD card (32GB+, Class 10)
• Official power supply (5V/3A for Pi 4)
• Ethernet cable

How long may installation take?

• Image download: 5-10 minutes
• Flashing SD card: 10-15 minutes
• First boot: 2-3 minutes
• Total: ~30 minutes

Can I keep my existing router?

Yes! Pimeleon works alongside your existing router. You can:

• Use it as a secondary router/gateway
• Use it as a network filter with your main router upstream
• Replace your existing router completely

What if something goes wrong?

Start with Boot Issues or visit our Community Forum.

Next Steps

Once you have Pimeleon installed and running:

• Learn about network architecture
• Configure DNS filtering
• Explore advanced features

Need Help?

• Community Forum: community.pimeleon.com
• Documentation: You're reading it!

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