How flash jetson orin nano using microsd card?

Robotics & Edge Computing Jetson Systems Jetson Orin Nano
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How to flash micro sd card using SDK manager?

What are the requirements for this?

Can we flash SD Card using Virtual Machine?

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Flashing a micro SD card for the Jetson Orin Nano using the SDK Manager involves several steps and requirements. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you through the process.

Requirements:

  1. Jetson Orin Nano Developer Kit: You need the Jetson Orin Nano Developer Kit, which supports SD cards.
  2. SDK Manager: You need to have the SDK Manager installed on your host machine. The SDK Manager is a tool that allows you to install and configure the JetPack SDK on your Jetson device.
  3. SD Card: You need a micro SD card with a minimum capacity of 16 GB.
  4. Host Machine: You need a host machine with a compatible operating system (Windows, Linux, or macOS) to run the SDK Manager.
  5. USB Connection: You need a USB connection between your host machine and the Jetson Orin Nano Developer Kit.

Flashing the SD Card using SDK Manager:

  1. Prepare the SD Card: Format the SD card using the SD Memory Card Formatter tool (available for Windows and macOS).
  2. Download the SDK: Download the JetPack SDK from the NVIDIA website.
  3. Launch the SDK Manager: Launch the SDK Manager on your host machine.
  4. Select the Target Device: Select the Jetson Orin Nano Developer Kit as the target device.
  5. Choose the SD Card: Choose the SD card as the installation media.
  6. Follow the SDK Manager Instructions: Follow the instructions in the SDK Manager to flash the SD card.

Can we flash SD Card using Virtual Machine?

Yes, you can flash the SD card using a virtual machine (VM). However, you need to ensure that the VM has access to the SD card reader and that the SD card is properly configured as a removable device in the VM.

To flash the SD card using a VM:

  1. Create a VM: Create a virtual machine using a hypervisor like VirtualBox or VMware.
  2. Install the SDK Manager: Install the SDK Manager on the VM.
  3. Configure the SD Card: Configure the SD card as a removable device in the VM.
  4. Follow the SDK Manager Instructions: Follow the instructions in the SDK Manager to flash the SD card.

Comparison with other methods:

Flashing the SD card using the SDK Manager is a recommended method, as it provides a straightforward and user-friendly interface for installing the JetPack SDK on your Jetson device. However, you can also flash the SD card using other methods, such as:

  • Etcher: Etcher is a tool that allows you to flash SD cards and other removable devices. You can use Etcher to flash the SD card with the JetPack SDK image.
  • dd command: You can use the dd command to flash the SD card with the JetPack SDK image. This method requires more technical expertise and is not recommended for beginners.

In summary, flashing the SD card using the SDK Manager is a recommended method that provides a user-friendly interface for installing the JetPack SDK on your Jetson Orin Nano Developer Kit. You can also use other methods, such as Etcher or the dd command, but these methods require more technical expertise.

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Hi @omkargadgi34

Please check this page:

Using the command line:

Using the SDK Manager:

We have a very comprehensive guide on how to flash your board step by step for multiple storage devices, including your SD Card storage. Please don’t hesitate to contact me to get further support.

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