We are now going to put the Pi Zero on the network. At the command line type: sudo raspi-config.This isn't directly related to wifi, but if you've just setup a new image, the first thing you should do is expand the file system. Or you can go through the steps to ssh into the Pi Zero over USB and edit the files from a host computer.Īssuming you are now connected and in a terminal window on the Pi Zero, do the following (these instructions are for a Mac): Expand the File System You would need a powered USB hub, HDMI adapter, keyboard, mouse, etc. Because there is only one USB port, you need to look at a few options.Įven though it would be convenient to have the adapter plugged in while you set it up, that's not completely necessary. Later, if you need a more compact design you can buy a Tiny OTG Adapter.īefore you can get the WiFi to work, you need to connect to the Pi Zero so that you can edit a file. The cable is handy for testing and plugging in various devices. USB OTG Host Cable - MicroB OTG (On The Go) male to A female.Miniature WiFi (802.11b/g/n) Module: For Raspberry Pi and more.You can buy it separately or as part of the Pi Zero budget pack. The white cable in the picture above is a Micro-USB adapter. To connect my Pi Zero 1.3 over WiFi I ordered an adapter from AdaFruit. If you have a Pi Zero W, see: Setup Pi Zero W Headless Wifi These instructions are for a Pi Zero 1.3. UPDATE: Some instructions were updated for later versions of Raspbian.

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