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Andy Burns  writes:

> Jonathan B. Horen wrote:
>
>> Daniel wrote:
>>>> Now that they quietly released the Pi500, I'll be focusing on that
>>> now.
>>
>> I read Jeff Geerling's recent write-up on it (https://
>> www.jeffgeerling.com/blog/2024/pi-500-much-faster-lacks-m2) as a
>> "mixed review", and would be wary of investing even the $120 for one
>> (the kit, or $90 for the standalone).
>
> Presumably, before too long there will be a Pi5x0 where the M.2 socket
> and associated components are fitted.

I was wondering why it was ommitted on initial release, and the only
thing that came to mind was, they hadn't finalized its design and wanted
this initial version out for xmas.

Jeff did a teardown on his second channel and soldered a m.2 socket
hoping it was properly designed. He found the power lines weren't traced
in so no power.

He assumed they'll release a pro version with the socket populated and
powered.

There also seemed to be an area on the main board with poe
considerations, which would be dope. The switches on my network have poe
capabilities so that would make my day.

The device isn't in stock anywhere yet, so I will hold off a few months
and get it in the spring.

D

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