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Enhanced Performance and Connectivity in a DIY Kit
The DIY ZERO is the stripped-back option in the RISC
OS DIY range, supplying only the essential core
components without a case. It is intended for users who
wish to integrate the system into their own enclosure or
project, or for those who do not require a case at all.
The kit contains a Raspberry Pi Compute Module 4 with
heatsink, a model-specific carrier board, a 256 GB NVMe
drive, a 32 GB SD card for the operating system, and all
necessary mounting hardware including brass standoffs,
screws, spacers, and washers.
Assembly follows the same straightforward process as
the other models in the range. The Compute Module 4 is
fitted with thermal pads and the heatsink before being
mounted on the carrier board.
The NVMe drive is inserted into its slot and secured with
a retaining screw, and the SD card is inserted for
immediate boot capability. The board is then mounted
using the included standoffs and spacers. As no case is
supplied, the unit can be left open for bench use or
incorporated directly into another housing.
The DIY ZERO offers the same connectivity and
performance as the DIY THREE, including two USB ports
with provision for two additional front-mounted ports, dual
HDMI outputs, Gigabit Ethernet, a 12 V barrel connector
for power, and a micro-USB port for programming.
It uses a 2 GHz–2.2 GHz CPU with 4 GB of RAM, and
features both a 256 GB NVMe drive for storage and a 32
GB SD card for the operating system. With a footprint of
approximately 190 mm × 105 mm, it is compact enough
for a range of integration options.
Technical Specification
Processor Speed:
overclocked up to 2GHz
Memory:
4GB
SSD Storage:
256GB NVMe storage for RISC OS
as standard
Networking:
Gigabit Ethernet port and integrated
WIFI option
USB ports:
2 rear, optional 2 extra ports via
header
Audio/Video:
Audio over HDMI
Twin full sized HDMI ports
Up to 3840x2160 HDMI graphics
SD:
32GB for OS, boot and storage
OS and Software:
RISC OS 5 plus over 2GB of RISC
OS Software as standard
Case:
Oak base plate
Power and activity indicator LED
Easy access to all components and
expansions
Options:
Commercial software pack (worth
over £500)
8GB RAM upgrade from 4GB
1TB NVMe upgrade from 256GB
Active cooling
DIY ZERO
£169
Upgrades
1TB NVMe
Upgrade
8GB RAM
Upgrade
Software
Pack
£50
£25
£55