I'm sure there's probably a better thread, but this one is the first one that came up for me.
The Fan Cape is finally in stock at Newark: https://www.newark.com/element14/6100310/beaglebone-ai-fan-cape/dp/50AH3704 Not sure when other distributors will have stock. On Tue, Mar 3, 2020 at 7:42 PM Mala Dies <[email protected]> wrote: > Hello, > > Here it is: > > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ > |Thermal zone |temp |mode |cdev0_type |cdev1_type > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ > |cpu_thermal |38600 |enabled |thermal-cpufreq-0 | > |passive:55000|critical:85000| > |gpu_thermal |38600 |enabled | | > |critical:85000| > |core_thermal |38600 |enabled | | > |critical:85000| > |dspeve_thermal |37800 |enabled | | > |critical:85000| > |iva_thermal |39000 |enabled | | > |critical:85000| > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ > |Cooling type |state |max_state | > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ > |thermal-cpufreq-0 |0 |3 | > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ > > Enjoy, > > Seth > > > > On Monday, January 27, 2020 at 9:07:33 AM UTC-6, Jason Kridner wrote: >> >> Perhaps: >> >> watch /opt/scripts/device/x15/test_thermal.sh >> >> ? >> >> >> The output of 'test_thermal.sh' would really be helpful for those >> complaining about the heat. The update should stop it from overheating, at >> least in a room temperature environment. That doesn't mean it won't be hot >> to the touch... just not so hot that it will need to shutdown. >> >> Can I get some more feedback on this? >> >> Sorry for the VERY LONG delay on the Fan Cape. Chinese New Year recently >> entered the reasons for delay, but it is coming. The other big missing >> thing for BBAI is the Python Tensorflow library, which is also coming. I'll >> be talking a lot more about BBAI once the two of those are out there. >> >> Anyway, just running the update should give you a nice solution for >> running "regular" code. Please explain to me if that really isn't the case. >> >> On Mon, Jan 27, 2020 at 6:42 AM Mala Dies <[email protected]> wrote: >> >>> Hello, >>> >>> No...this fellow gave me a script to test for temp. continuously. >>> >>> Seth >>> >>> On Monday, January 20, 2020 at 8:19:00 AM UTC-6, IO wrote: >>>> >>>> You mean, by running cat >>>> /sys/devices/virtual/thermal/thermal_zone0/temp ? >>>> >>>> On Sunday, January 19, 2020 at 7:54:46 PM UTC+2, >>>> [email protected] wrote: >>>>> >>>>> Hello, >>>>> >>>>> Just an update, if you run the temp. sensors onboard the AI and run >>>>> the fan, on my end, you will receive a 38c or below temp. for the board >>>>> chips and surrounding area. >>>>> >>>>> Seth >>>>> >>>>> P.S. Nice! Fans! >>>>> >>>>> On Thursday, January 2, 2020 at 1:18:29 AM UTC-6, Mala Dies wrote: >>>>>> >>>>>> Hello, >>>>>> >>>>>> Thank you for this update. I did update the board already as the link >>>>>> suggested. My fan was a 24v fan. I need to get another fan. >>>>>> >>>>>> Seth >>>>>> >>>>>> P.S. I might get the digikey.com fan you have listed. Anyway, if >>>>>> anyone has any other ideas, shoot! >>>>>> >>>>>> On Sunday, December 29, 2019 at 5:30:02 PM UTC-6, jonnymo wrote: >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Jason recently posted an update regarding the Fan Cape he is working >>>>>>> on. >>>>>>> In the mean time, he recommended the Coolerguys USB fan that is >>>>>>> listed in the BBAI FAQ: >>>>>>> >>>>>>> https://github.com/beagleboard/beaglebone-ai/wiki/Frequently-Asked-Questions#fans >>>>>>> >>>>>>> https://www.coolerguys.com/collections/usb-fans/products/25mm-25x25x10-usb-fan >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Previously, the X15FANKIT was suggested but it requires wiring to 5v >>>>>>> and grnd on the BBAI. I am using this and it seems to work fine for my >>>>>>> BBAI. This does fit perfectly on the BBAI heat-sink and the provided >>>>>>> screws >>>>>>> work just fine. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> https://github.com/beagleboard/beaglebone-ai/wiki/System-Reference-Manual#3-1-2-fans >>>>>>> >>>>>>> https://www.digikey.com/product-detail/en/digi-key-electronics/X15FANKIT/X15FANKIT-ND/5822502 >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Cheers, >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Jon >>>>>>> >>>>>>> On Sun, Dec 29, 2019 at 10:03 PM Mala Dies <[email protected]> wrote: >>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Hello, >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Thank you for the idea. USB powered fans. I guess they make >>>>>>>> everything these days. >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Seth >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> P.S. I was just going to power it from the sys_5v pin and GND on >>>>>>>> the BBAI. I guess there are many more ways to go about making things >>>>>>>> work >>>>>>>> than once thought. >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> On Sunday, December 29, 2019 at 8:56:07 AM UTC-6, Stephen Johnson >>>>>>>> wrote: >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> I bought a USB powered fan which gives a very low airflow, but has >>>>>>>>> kept everything cool to the touch. >>>>>>>>> I just have the BBAI on my engineering workbench anyhow, so I just >>>>>>>>> wanted something simple and quiet. >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> [image: IMG_1873.jpeg] >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> On Saturday, December 28, 2019 at 7:17:02 PM UTC-6, Mala Dies >>>>>>>>> wrote: >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Hello, >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> I was reluctant to purchase the BBAI at first b/c I have heard of >>>>>>>>>> issues w/ heat dissipation on the board and the chip. Anyway... >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Long story, short. I bought it against my better judgement b/c I >>>>>>>>>> know everyone, in the BBB world, is supportive w/ nice ideas. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> ... >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> So: >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> - I went to: https://beagleboard.org/upgrade. >>>>>>>>>> - I upgraded the board and adjusted things. >>>>>>>>>> - I rebooted the board and found the board to be just as hot. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Has anyone else come across an issue w/ heat or a fix to the heat >>>>>>>>>> issue? >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Seth >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> P.S. I might get rid of some of the extras that comes with this >>>>>>>>>> board but I purchased it for its functionality. I want to use the >>>>>>>>>> M4, TIDL, >>>>>>>>>> EVEs, and other >>>>>>>>>> more complicated chips for fun! I was thinking I would finally >>>>>>>>>> learn to program the PRUs too. I am going to try to get rid of >>>>>>>>>> node-red, >>>>>>>>>> chromium, and >>>>>>>>>> some other sockets and ports on the board. I think that these may >>>>>>>>>> cause services that I will not use ever. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> ... >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> If you are using the board, the BBAI, and you have had some >>>>>>>>>> similar issues and came up w/ a nice fix, please let me know. I >>>>>>>>>> would like >>>>>>>>>> to try all >>>>>>>>>> or any relative sources of ideas to support the heat consumption >>>>>>>>>> on the board. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> On Sunday, December 29, 2019 at 8:56:07 AM UTC-6, Stephen Johnson >>>>>>>> wrote: >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> I bought a USB powered fan which gives a very low airflow, but has >>>>>>>>> kept everything cool to the touch. >>>>>>>>> I just have the BBAI on my engineering workbench anyhow, so I just >>>>>>>>> wanted something simple and quiet. >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> [image: IMG_1873.jpeg] >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> On Saturday, December 28, 2019 at 7:17:02 PM UTC-6, Mala Dies >>>>>>>>> wrote: >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Hello, >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> I was reluctant to purchase the BBAI at first b/c I have heard of >>>>>>>>>> issues w/ heat dissipation on the board and the chip. Anyway... >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Long story, short. I bought it against my better judgement b/c I >>>>>>>>>> know everyone, in the BBB world, is supportive w/ nice ideas. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> ... >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> So: >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> - I went to: https://beagleboard.org/upgrade. >>>>>>>>>> - I upgraded the board and adjusted things. >>>>>>>>>> - I rebooted the board and found the board to be just as hot. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Has anyone else come across an issue w/ heat or a fix to the heat >>>>>>>>>> issue? >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Seth >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> P.S. I might get rid of some of the extras that comes with this >>>>>>>>>> board but I purchased it for its functionality. I want to use the >>>>>>>>>> M4, TIDL, >>>>>>>>>> EVEs, and other >>>>>>>>>> more complicated chips for fun! I was thinking I would finally >>>>>>>>>> learn to program the PRUs too. I am going to try to get rid of >>>>>>>>>> node-red, >>>>>>>>>> chromium, and >>>>>>>>>> some other sockets and ports on the board. I think that these may >>>>>>>>>> cause services that I will not use ever. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> ... >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> If you are using the board, the BBAI, and you have had some >>>>>>>>>> similar issues and came up w/ a nice fix, please let me know. I >>>>>>>>>> would like >>>>>>>>>> to try all >>>>>>>>>> or any relative sources of ideas to support the heat consumption >>>>>>>>>> on the board. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> -- >>>>>>>> For more options, visit http://beagleboard.org/discuss >>>>>>>> --- >>>>>>>> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google >>>>>>>> Groups "BeagleBoard" group. >>>>>>>> To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, >>>>>>>> send an email to [email protected]. >>>>>>>> To view this discussion on the web visit >>>>>>>> https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/beagleboard/e9e91353-7257-420f-ab9a-70972cea50cb%40googlegroups.com >>>>>>>> <https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/beagleboard/e9e91353-7257-420f-ab9a-70972cea50cb%40googlegroups.com?utm_medium=email&utm_source=footer> >>>>>>>> . >>>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>> On Sunday, December 29, 2019 at 5:30:02 PM UTC-6, jonnymo wrote: >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Jason recently posted an update regarding the Fan Cape he is working >>>>>>> on. >>>>>>> In the mean time, he recommended the Coolerguys USB fan that is >>>>>>> listed in the BBAI FAQ: >>>>>>> >>>>>>> https://github.com/beagleboard/beaglebone-ai/wiki/Frequently-Asked-Questions#fans >>>>>>> >>>>>>> https://www.coolerguys.com/collections/usb-fans/products/25mm-25x25x10-usb-fan >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Previously, the X15FANKIT was suggested but it requires wiring to 5v >>>>>>> and grnd on the BBAI. I am using this and it seems to work fine for my >>>>>>> BBAI. This does fit perfectly on the BBAI heat-sink and the provided >>>>>>> screws >>>>>>> work just fine. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> https://github.com/beagleboard/beaglebone-ai/wiki/System-Reference-Manual#3-1-2-fans >>>>>>> >>>>>>> https://www.digikey.com/product-detail/en/digi-key-electronics/X15FANKIT/X15FANKIT-ND/5822502 >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Cheers, >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Jon >>>>>>> >>>>>>> On Sun, Dec 29, 2019 at 10:03 PM Mala Dies <[email protected]> wrote: >>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Hello, >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Thank you for the idea. USB powered fans. I guess they make >>>>>>>> everything these days. >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Seth >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> P.S. I was just going to power it from the sys_5v pin and GND on >>>>>>>> the BBAI. I guess there are many more ways to go about making things >>>>>>>> work >>>>>>>> than once thought. >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> On Sunday, December 29, 2019 at 8:56:07 AM UTC-6, Stephen Johnson >>>>>>>> wrote: >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> I bought a USB powered fan which gives a very low airflow, but has >>>>>>>>> kept everything cool to the touch. >>>>>>>>> I just have the BBAI on my engineering workbench anyhow, so I just >>>>>>>>> wanted something simple and quiet. >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> [image: IMG_1873.jpeg] >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> On Saturday, December 28, 2019 at 7:17:02 PM UTC-6, Mala Dies >>>>>>>>> wrote: >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Hello, >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> I was reluctant to purchase the BBAI at first b/c I have heard of >>>>>>>>>> issues w/ heat dissipation on the board and the chip. Anyway... >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Long story, short. I bought it against my better judgement b/c I >>>>>>>>>> know everyone, in the BBB world, is supportive w/ nice ideas. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> ... >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> So: >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> - I went to: https://beagleboard.org/upgrade. >>>>>>>>>> - I upgraded the board and adjusted things. >>>>>>>>>> - I rebooted the board and found the board to be just as hot. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Has anyone else come across an issue w/ heat or a fix to the heat >>>>>>>>>> issue? >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Seth >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> P.S. I might get rid of some of the extras that comes with this >>>>>>>>>> board but I purchased it for its functionality. I want to use the >>>>>>>>>> M4, TIDL, >>>>>>>>>> EVEs, and other >>>>>>>>>> more complicated chips for fun! I was thinking I would finally >>>>>>>>>> learn to program the PRUs too. I am going to try to get rid of >>>>>>>>>> node-red, >>>>>>>>>> chromium, and >>>>>>>>>> some other sockets and ports on the board. I think that these may >>>>>>>>>> cause services that I will not use ever. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> ... >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> If you are using the board, the BBAI, and you have had some >>>>>>>>>> similar issues and came up w/ a nice fix, please let me know. I >>>>>>>>>> would like >>>>>>>>>> to try all >>>>>>>>>> or any relative sources of ideas to support the heat consumption >>>>>>>>>> on the board. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> On Sunday, December 29, 2019 at 8:56:07 AM UTC-6, Stephen Johnson >>>>>>>> wrote: >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> I bought a USB powered fan which gives a very low airflow, but has >>>>>>>>> kept everything cool to the touch. >>>>>>>>> I just have the BBAI on my engineering workbench anyhow, so I just >>>>>>>>> wanted something simple and quiet. >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> [image: IMG_1873.jpeg] >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> On Saturday, December 28, 2019 at 7:17:02 PM UTC-6, Mala Dies >>>>>>>>> wrote: >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Hello, >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> I was reluctant to purchase the BBAI at first b/c I have heard of >>>>>>>>>> issues w/ heat dissipation on the board and the chip. Anyway... >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Long story, short. I bought it against my better judgement b/c I >>>>>>>>>> know everyone, in the BBB world, is supportive w/ nice ideas. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> ... >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> So: >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> - I went to: https://beagleboard.org/upgrade. >>>>>>>>>> - I upgraded the board and adjusted things. >>>>>>>>>> - I rebooted the board and found the board to be just as hot. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Has anyone else come across an issue w/ heat or a fix to the heat >>>>>>>>>> issue? >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Seth >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> P.S. I might get rid of some of the extras that comes with this >>>>>>>>>> board but I purchased it for its functionality. I want to use the >>>>>>>>>> M4, TIDL, >>>>>>>>>> EVEs, and other >>>>>>>>>> more complicated chips for fun! I was thinking I would finally >>>>>>>>>> learn to program the PRUs too. I am going to try to get rid of >>>>>>>>>> node-red, >>>>>>>>>> chromium, and >>>>>>>>>> some other sockets and ports on the board. I think that these may >>>>>>>>>> cause services that I will not use ever. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> ... >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> If you are using the board, the BBAI, and you have had some >>>>>>>>>> similar issues and came up w/ a nice fix, please let me know. I >>>>>>>>>> would like >>>>>>>>>> to try all >>>>>>>>>> or any relative sources of ideas to support the heat consumption >>>>>>>>>> on the board. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> -- >>>>>>>> For more options, visit http://beagleboard.org/discuss >>>>>>>> --- >>>>>>>> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google >>>>>>>> Groups "BeagleBoard" group. >>>>>>>> To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, >>>>>>>> send an email to [email protected]. >>>>>>>> To view this discussion on the web visit >>>>>>>> https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/beagleboard/e9e91353-7257-420f-ab9a-70972cea50cb%40googlegroups.com >>>>>>>> <https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/beagleboard/e9e91353-7257-420f-ab9a-70972cea50cb%40googlegroups.com?utm_medium=email&utm_source=footer> >>>>>>>> . >>>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>> On Thursday, January 2, 2020 at 1:18:29 AM UTC-6, Mala Dies wrote: >>>>>> >>>>>> Hello, >>>>>> >>>>>> Thank you for this update. I did update the board already as the link >>>>>> suggested. My fan was a 24v fan. I need to get another fan. >>>>>> >>>>>> Seth >>>>>> >>>>>> P.S. I might get the digikey.com fan you have listed. Anyway, if >>>>>> anyone has any other ideas, shoot! >>>>>> >>>>>> On Sunday, December 29, 2019 at 5:30:02 PM UTC-6, jonnymo wrote: >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Jason recently posted an update regarding the Fan Cape he is working >>>>>>> on. >>>>>>> In the mean time, he recommended the Coolerguys USB fan that is >>>>>>> listed in the BBAI FAQ: >>>>>>> >>>>>>> https://github.com/beagleboard/beaglebone-ai/wiki/Frequently-Asked-Questions#fans >>>>>>> >>>>>>> https://www.coolerguys.com/collections/usb-fans/products/25mm-25x25x10-usb-fan >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Previously, the X15FANKIT was suggested but it requires wiring to 5v >>>>>>> and grnd on the BBAI. I am using this and it seems to work fine for my >>>>>>> BBAI. This does fit perfectly on the BBAI heat-sink and the provided >>>>>>> screws >>>>>>> work just fine. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> https://github.com/beagleboard/beaglebone-ai/wiki/System-Reference-Manual#3-1-2-fans >>>>>>> >>>>>>> https://www.digikey.com/product-detail/en/digi-key-electronics/X15FANKIT/X15FANKIT-ND/5822502 >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Cheers, >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Jon >>>>>>> >>>>>>> On Sun, Dec 29, 2019 at 10:03 PM Mala Dies <[email protected]> wrote: >>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Hello, >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Thank you for the idea. USB powered fans. I guess they make >>>>>>>> everything these days. >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Seth >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> P.S. I was just going to power it from the sys_5v pin and GND on >>>>>>>> the BBAI. I guess there are many more ways to go about making things >>>>>>>> work >>>>>>>> than once thought. >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> On Sunday, December 29, 2019 at 8:56:07 AM UTC-6, Stephen Johnson >>>>>>>> wrote: >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> I bought a USB powered fan which gives a very low airflow, but has >>>>>>>>> kept everything cool to the touch. >>>>>>>>> I just have the BBAI on my engineering workbench anyhow, so I just >>>>>>>>> wanted something simple and quiet. >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> [image: IMG_1873.jpeg] >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> On Saturday, December 28, 2019 at 7:17:02 PM UTC-6, Mala Dies >>>>>>>>> wrote: >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Hello, >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> I was reluctant to purchase the BBAI at first b/c I have heard of >>>>>>>>>> issues w/ heat dissipation on the board and the chip. Anyway... >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Long story, short. I bought it against my better judgement b/c I >>>>>>>>>> know everyone, in the BBB world, is supportive w/ nice ideas. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> ... >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> So: >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> - I went to: https://beagleboard.org/upgrade. >>>>>>>>>> - I upgraded the board and adjusted things. >>>>>>>>>> - I rebooted the board and found the board to be just as hot. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Has anyone else come across an issue w/ heat or a fix to the heat >>>>>>>>>> issue? >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Seth >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> P.S. I might get rid of some of the extras that comes with this >>>>>>>>>> board but I purchased it for its functionality. I want to use the >>>>>>>>>> M4, TIDL, >>>>>>>>>> EVEs, and other >>>>>>>>>> more complicated chips for fun! I was thinking I would finally >>>>>>>>>> learn to program the PRUs too. I am going to try to get rid of >>>>>>>>>> node-red, >>>>>>>>>> chromium, and >>>>>>>>>> some other sockets and ports on the board. I think that these may >>>>>>>>>> cause services that I will not use ever. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> ... >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> If you are using the board, the BBAI, and you have had some >>>>>>>>>> similar issues and came up w/ a nice fix, please let me know. I >>>>>>>>>> would like >>>>>>>>>> to try all >>>>>>>>>> or any relative sources of ideas to support the heat consumption >>>>>>>>>> on the board. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> On Sunday, December 29, 2019 at 8:56:07 AM UTC-6, Stephen Johnson >>>>>>>> wrote: >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> I bought a USB powered fan which gives a very low airflow, but has >>>>>>>>> kept everything cool to the touch. >>>>>>>>> I just have the BBAI on my engineering workbench anyhow, so I just >>>>>>>>> wanted something simple and quiet. >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> [image: IMG_1873.jpeg] >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> On Saturday, December 28, 2019 at 7:17:02 PM UTC-6, Mala Dies >>>>>>>>> wrote: >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Hello, >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> I was reluctant to purchase the BBAI at first b/c I have heard of >>>>>>>>>> issues w/ heat dissipation on the board and the chip. Anyway... >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Long story, short. I bought it against my better judgement b/c I >>>>>>>>>> know everyone, in the BBB world, is supportive w/ nice ideas. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> ... >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> So: >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> - I went to: https://beagleboard.org/upgrade. >>>>>>>>>> - I upgraded the board and adjusted things. >>>>>>>>>> - I rebooted the board and found the board to be just as hot. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Has anyone else come across an issue w/ heat or a fix to the heat >>>>>>>>>> issue? >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Seth >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> P.S. I might get rid of some of the extras that comes with this >>>>>>>>>> board but I purchased it for its functionality. I want to use the >>>>>>>>>> M4, TIDL, >>>>>>>>>> EVEs, and other >>>>>>>>>> more complicated chips for fun! I was thinking I would finally >>>>>>>>>> learn to program the PRUs too. I am going to try to get rid of >>>>>>>>>> node-red, >>>>>>>>>> chromium, and >>>>>>>>>> some other sockets and ports on the board. I think that these may >>>>>>>>>> cause services that I will not use ever. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> ... >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> If you are using the board, the BBAI, and you have had some >>>>>>>>>> similar issues and came up w/ a nice fix, please let me know. I >>>>>>>>>> would like >>>>>>>>>> to try all >>>>>>>>>> or any relative sources of ideas to support the heat consumption >>>>>>>>>> on the board. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> -- >>>>>>>> For more options, visit http://beagleboard.org/discuss >>>>>>>> --- >>>>>>>> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google >>>>>>>> Groups "BeagleBoard" group. >>>>>>>> To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, >>>>>>>> send an email to [email protected]. >>>>>>>> To view this discussion on the web visit >>>>>>>> https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/beagleboard/e9e91353-7257-420f-ab9a-70972cea50cb%40googlegroups.com >>>>>>>> <https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/beagleboard/e9e91353-7257-420f-ab9a-70972cea50cb%40googlegroups.com?utm_medium=email&utm_source=footer> >>>>>>>> . >>>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>> On Sunday, December 29, 2019 at 5:30:02 PM UTC-6, jonnymo wrote: >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Jason recently posted an update regarding the Fan Cape he is working >>>>>>> on. >>>>>>> In the mean time, he recommended the Coolerguys USB fan that is >>>>>>> listed in the BBAI FAQ: >>>>>>> >>>>>>> https://github.com/beagleboard/beaglebone-ai/wiki/Frequently-Asked-Questions#fans >>>>>>> >>>>>>> https://www.coolerguys.com/collections/usb-fans/products/25mm-25x25x10-usb-fan >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Previously, the X15FANKIT was suggested but it requires wiring to 5v >>>>>>> and grnd on the BBAI. I am using this and it seems to work fine for my >>>>>>> BBAI. This does fit perfectly on the BBAI heat-sink and the provided >>>>>>> screws >>>>>>> work just fine. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> https://github.com/beagleboard/beaglebone-ai/wiki/System-Reference-Manual#3-1-2-fans >>>>>>> >>>>>>> https://www.digikey.com/product-detail/en/digi-key-electronics/X15FANKIT/X15FANKIT-ND/5822502 >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Cheers, >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Jon >>>>>>> >>>>>>> On Sun, Dec 29, 2019 at 10:03 PM Mala Dies <[email protected]> wrote: >>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Hello, >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Thank you for the idea. USB powered fans. I guess they make >>>>>>>> everything these days. >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Seth >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> P.S. I was just going to power it from the sys_5v pin and GND on >>>>>>>> the BBAI. I guess there are many more ways to go about making things >>>>>>>> work >>>>>>>> than once thought. >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> On Sunday, December 29, 2019 at 8:56:07 AM UTC-6, Stephen Johnson >>>>>>>> wrote: >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> I bought a USB powered fan which gives a very low airflow, but has >>>>>>>>> kept everything cool to the touch. >>>>>>>>> I just have the BBAI on my engineering workbench anyhow, so I just >>>>>>>>> wanted something simple and quiet. >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> [image: IMG_1873.jpeg] >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> On Saturday, December 28, 2019 at 7:17:02 PM UTC-6, Mala Dies >>>>>>>>> wrote: >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Hello, >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> I was reluctant to purchase the BBAI at first b/c I have heard of >>>>>>>>>> issues w/ heat dissipation on the board and the chip. Anyway... >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Long story, short. I bought it against my better judgement b/c I >>>>>>>>>> know everyone, in the BBB world, is supportive w/ nice ideas. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> ... >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> So: >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> - I went to: https://beagleboard.org/upgrade. >>>>>>>>>> - I upgraded the board and adjusted things. >>>>>>>>>> - I rebooted the board and found the board to be just as hot. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Has anyone else come across an issue w/ heat or a fix to the heat >>>>>>>>>> issue? >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Seth >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> P.S. I might get rid of some of the extras that comes with this >>>>>>>>>> board but I purchased it for its functionality. I want to use the >>>>>>>>>> M4, TIDL, >>>>>>>>>> EVEs, and other >>>>>>>>>> more complicated chips for fun! I was thinking I would finally >>>>>>>>>> learn to program the PRUs too. I am going to try to get rid of >>>>>>>>>> node-red, >>>>>>>>>> chromium, and >>>>>>>>>> some other sockets and ports on the board. I think that these may >>>>>>>>>> cause services that I will not use ever. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> ... >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> If you are using the board, the BBAI, and you have had some >>>>>>>>>> similar issues and came up w/ a nice fix, please let me know. I >>>>>>>>>> would like >>>>>>>>>> to try all >>>>>>>>>> or any relative sources of ideas to support the heat consumption >>>>>>>>>> on the board. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> On Sunday, December 29, 2019 at 8:56:07 AM UTC-6, Stephen Johnson >>>>>>>> wrote: >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> I bought a USB powered fan which gives a very low airflow, but has >>>>>>>>> kept everything cool to the touch. >>>>>>>>> I just have the BBAI on my engineering workbench anyhow, so I just >>>>>>>>> wanted something simple and quiet. >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> [image: IMG_1873.jpeg] >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> On Saturday, December 28, 2019 at 7:17:02 PM UTC-6, Mala Dies >>>>>>>>> wrote: >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Hello, >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> I was reluctant to purchase the BBAI at first b/c I have heard of >>>>>>>>>> issues w/ heat dissipation on the board and the chip. Anyway... >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Long story, short. I bought it against my better judgement b/c I >>>>>>>>>> know everyone, in the BBB world, is supportive w/ nice ideas. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> ... >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> So: >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> - I went to: https://beagleboard.org/upgrade. >>>>>>>>>> - I upgraded the board and adjusted things. >>>>>>>>>> - I rebooted the board and found the board to be just as hot. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Has anyone else come across an issue w/ heat or a fix to the heat >>>>>>>>>> issue? >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Seth >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> P.S. I might get rid of some of the extras that comes with this >>>>>>>>>> board but I purchased it for its functionality. I want to use the >>>>>>>>>> M4, TIDL, >>>>>>>>>> EVEs, and other >>>>>>>>>> more complicated chips for fun! I was thinking I would finally >>>>>>>>>> learn to program the PRUs too. I am going to try to get rid of >>>>>>>>>> node-red, >>>>>>>>>> chromium, and >>>>>>>>>> some other sockets and ports on the board. I think that these may >>>>>>>>>> cause services that I will not use ever. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> ... >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> If you are using the board, the BBAI, and you have had some >>>>>>>>>> similar issues and came up w/ a nice fix, please let me know. I >>>>>>>>>> would like >>>>>>>>>> to try all >>>>>>>>>> or any relative sources of ideas to support the heat consumption >>>>>>>>>> on the board. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> -- >>>>>>>> For more options, visit http://beagleboard.org/discuss >>>>>>>> --- >>>>>>>> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google >>>>>>>> Groups "BeagleBoard" group. >>>>>>>> To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, >>>>>>>> send an email to [email protected]. >>>>>>>> To view this discussion on the web visit >>>>>>>> https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/beagleboard/e9e91353-7257-420f-ab9a-70972cea50cb%40googlegroups.com >>>>>>>> <https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/beagleboard/e9e91353-7257-420f-ab9a-70972cea50cb%40googlegroups.com?utm_medium=email&utm_source=footer> >>>>>>>> . >>>>>>>> >>>>>>> -- >>> For more options, visit http://beagleboard.org/discuss >>> --- >>> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google >>> Groups "BeagleBoard" group. >>> To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send >>> an email to [email protected]. >>> To view this discussion on the web visit >>> https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/beagleboard/aa820b32-5736-4111-88b8-7bca10fd6a0b%40googlegroups.com >>> <https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/beagleboard/aa820b32-5736-4111-88b8-7bca10fd6a0b%40googlegroups.com?utm_medium=email&utm_source=footer> >>> . >>> >> >> >> -- >> https://beagleboard.org/about - a 501c3 non-profit educating around open >> hardware computing >> > > On Monday, January 27, 2020 at 9:07:33 AM UTC-6, Jason Kridner wrote: >> >> Perhaps: >> >> watch /opt/scripts/device/x15/test_thermal.sh >> >> ? >> >> >> The output of 'test_thermal.sh' would really be helpful for those >> complaining about the heat. The update should stop it from overheating, at >> least in a room temperature environment. That doesn't mean it won't be hot >> to the touch... just not so hot that it will need to shutdown. >> >> Can I get some more feedback on this? >> >> Sorry for the VERY LONG delay on the Fan Cape. Chinese New Year recently >> entered the reasons for delay, but it is coming. The other big missing >> thing for BBAI is the Python Tensorflow library, which is also coming. I'll >> be talking a lot more about BBAI once the two of those are out there. >> >> Anyway, just running the update should give you a nice solution for >> running "regular" code. Please explain to me if that really isn't the case. >> >> On Mon, Jan 27, 2020 at 6:42 AM Mala Dies <[email protected]> wrote: >> >>> Hello, >>> >>> No...this fellow gave me a script to test for temp. continuously. >>> >>> Seth >>> >>> On Monday, January 20, 2020 at 8:19:00 AM UTC-6, IO wrote: >>>> >>>> You mean, by running cat >>>> /sys/devices/virtual/thermal/thermal_zone0/temp ? >>>> >>>> On Sunday, January 19, 2020 at 7:54:46 PM UTC+2, >>>> [email protected] wrote: >>>>> >>>>> Hello, >>>>> >>>>> Just an update, if you run the temp. sensors onboard the AI and run >>>>> the fan, on my end, you will receive a 38c or below temp. for the board >>>>> chips and surrounding area. >>>>> >>>>> Seth >>>>> >>>>> P.S. Nice! Fans! >>>>> >>>>> On Thursday, January 2, 2020 at 1:18:29 AM UTC-6, Mala Dies wrote: >>>>>> >>>>>> Hello, >>>>>> >>>>>> Thank you for this update. I did update the board already as the link >>>>>> suggested. My fan was a 24v fan. I need to get another fan. >>>>>> >>>>>> Seth >>>>>> >>>>>> P.S. I might get the digikey.com fan you have listed. Anyway, if >>>>>> anyone has any other ideas, shoot! >>>>>> >>>>>> On Sunday, December 29, 2019 at 5:30:02 PM UTC-6, jonnymo wrote: >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Jason recently posted an update regarding the Fan Cape he is working >>>>>>> on. >>>>>>> In the mean time, he recommended the Coolerguys USB fan that is >>>>>>> listed in the BBAI FAQ: >>>>>>> >>>>>>> https://github.com/beagleboard/beaglebone-ai/wiki/Frequently-Asked-Questions#fans >>>>>>> >>>>>>> https://www.coolerguys.com/collections/usb-fans/products/25mm-25x25x10-usb-fan >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Previously, the X15FANKIT was suggested but it requires wiring to 5v >>>>>>> and grnd on the BBAI. I am using this and it seems to work fine for my >>>>>>> BBAI. This does fit perfectly on the BBAI heat-sink and the provided >>>>>>> screws >>>>>>> work just fine. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> https://github.com/beagleboard/beaglebone-ai/wiki/System-Reference-Manual#3-1-2-fans >>>>>>> >>>>>>> https://www.digikey.com/product-detail/en/digi-key-electronics/X15FANKIT/X15FANKIT-ND/5822502 >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Cheers, >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Jon >>>>>>> >>>>>>> On Sun, Dec 29, 2019 at 10:03 PM Mala Dies <[email protected]> wrote: >>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Hello, >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Thank you for the idea. USB powered fans. I guess they make >>>>>>>> everything these days. >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Seth >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> P.S. I was just going to power it from the sys_5v pin and GND on >>>>>>>> the BBAI. I guess there are many more ways to go about making things >>>>>>>> work >>>>>>>> than once thought. >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> On Sunday, December 29, 2019 at 8:56:07 AM UTC-6, Stephen Johnson >>>>>>>> wrote: >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> I bought a USB powered fan which gives a very low airflow, but has >>>>>>>>> kept everything cool to the touch. >>>>>>>>> I just have the BBAI on my engineering workbench anyhow, so I just >>>>>>>>> wanted something simple and quiet. >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> [image: IMG_1873.jpeg] >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> On Saturday, December 28, 2019 at 7:17:02 PM UTC-6, Mala Dies >>>>>>>>> wrote: >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Hello, >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> I was reluctant to purchase the BBAI at first b/c I have heard of >>>>>>>>>> issues w/ heat dissipation on the board and the chip. Anyway... >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Long story, short. I bought it against my better judgement b/c I >>>>>>>>>> know everyone, in the BBB world, is supportive w/ nice ideas. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> ... >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> So: >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> - I went to: https://beagleboard.org/upgrade. >>>>>>>>>> - I upgraded the board and adjusted things. >>>>>>>>>> - I rebooted the board and found the board to be just as hot. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Has anyone else come across an issue w/ heat or a fix to the heat >>>>>>>>>> issue? >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Seth >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> P.S. I might get rid of some of the extras that comes with this >>>>>>>>>> board but I purchased it for its functionality. I want to use the >>>>>>>>>> M4, TIDL, >>>>>>>>>> EVEs, and other >>>>>>>>>> more complicated chips for fun! I was thinking I would finally >>>>>>>>>> learn to program the PRUs too. I am going to try to get rid of >>>>>>>>>> node-red, >>>>>>>>>> chromium, and >>>>>>>>>> some other sockets and ports on the board. I think that these may >>>>>>>>>> cause services that I will not use ever. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> ... >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> If you are using the board, the BBAI, and you have had some >>>>>>>>>> similar issues and came up w/ a nice fix, please let me know. I >>>>>>>>>> would like >>>>>>>>>> to try all >>>>>>>>>> or any relative sources of ideas to support the heat consumption >>>>>>>>>> on the board. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> On Sunday, December 29, 2019 at 8:56:07 AM UTC-6, Stephen Johnson >>>>>>>> wrote: >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> I bought a USB powered fan which gives a very low airflow, but has >>>>>>>>> kept everything cool to the touch. >>>>>>>>> I just have the BBAI on my engineering workbench anyhow, so I just >>>>>>>>> wanted something simple and quiet. >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> [image: IMG_1873.jpeg] >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> On Saturday, December 28, 2019 at 7:17:02 PM UTC-6, Mala Dies >>>>>>>>> wrote: >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Hello, >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> I was reluctant to purchase the BBAI at first b/c I have heard of >>>>>>>>>> issues w/ heat dissipation on the board and the chip. Anyway... >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Long story, short. I bought it against my better judgement b/c I >>>>>>>>>> know everyone, in the BBB world, is supportive w/ nice ideas. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> ... >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> So: >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> - I went to: https://beagleboard.org/upgrade. >>>>>>>>>> - I upgraded the board and adjusted things. >>>>>>>>>> - I rebooted the board and found the board to be just as hot. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Has anyone else come across an issue w/ heat or a fix to the heat >>>>>>>>>> issue? >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Seth >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> P.S. I might get rid of some of the extras that comes with this >>>>>>>>>> board but I purchased it for its functionality. I want to use the >>>>>>>>>> M4, TIDL, >>>>>>>>>> EVEs, and other >>>>>>>>>> more complicated chips for fun! I was thinking I would finally >>>>>>>>>> learn to program the PRUs too. I am going to try to get rid of >>>>>>>>>> node-red, >>>>>>>>>> chromium, and >>>>>>>>>> some other sockets and ports on the board. I think that these may >>>>>>>>>> cause services that I will not use ever. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> ... >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> If you are using the board, the BBAI, and you have had some >>>>>>>>>> similar issues and came up w/ a nice fix, please let me know. I >>>>>>>>>> would like >>>>>>>>>> to try all >>>>>>>>>> or any relative sources of ideas to support the heat consumption >>>>>>>>>> on the board. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> -- >>>>>>>> For more options, visit http://beagleboard.org/discuss >>>>>>>> --- >>>>>>>> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google >>>>>>>> Groups "BeagleBoard" group. >>>>>>>> To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, >>>>>>>> send an email to [email protected]. >>>>>>>> To view this discussion on the web visit >>>>>>>> https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/beagleboard/e9e91353-7257-420f-ab9a-70972cea50cb%40googlegroups.com >>>>>>>> <https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/beagleboard/e9e91353-7257-420f-ab9a-70972cea50cb%40googlegroups.com?utm_medium=email&utm_source=footer> >>>>>>>> . >>>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>> On Sunday, December 29, 2019 at 5:30:02 PM UTC-6, jonnymo wrote: >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Jason recently posted an update regarding the Fan Cape he is working >>>>>>> on. >>>>>>> In the mean time, he recommended the Coolerguys USB fan that is >>>>>>> listed in the BBAI FAQ: >>>>>>> >>>>>>> https://github.com/beagleboard/beaglebone-ai/wiki/Frequently-Asked-Questions#fans >>>>>>> >>>>>>> https://www.coolerguys.com/collections/usb-fans/products/25mm-25x25x10-usb-fan >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Previously, the X15FANKIT was suggested but it requires wiring to 5v >>>>>>> and grnd on the BBAI. I am using this and it seems to work fine for my >>>>>>> BBAI. This does fit perfectly on the BBAI heat-sink and the provided >>>>>>> screws >>>>>>> work just fine. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> https://github.com/beagleboard/beaglebone-ai/wiki/System-Reference-Manual#3-1-2-fans >>>>>>> >>>>>>> https://www.digikey.com/product-detail/en/digi-key-electronics/X15FANKIT/X15FANKIT-ND/5822502 >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Cheers, >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Jon >>>>>>> >>>>>>> On Sun, Dec 29, 2019 at 10:03 PM Mala Dies <[email protected]> wrote: >>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Hello, >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Thank you for the idea. USB powered fans. I guess they make >>>>>>>> everything these days. >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Seth >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> P.S. I was just going to power it from the sys_5v pin and GND on >>>>>>>> the BBAI. I guess there are many more ways to go about making things >>>>>>>> work >>>>>>>> than once thought. >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> On Sunday, December 29, 2019 at 8:56:07 AM UTC-6, Stephen Johnson >>>>>>>> wrote: >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> I bought a USB powered fan which gives a very low airflow, but has >>>>>>>>> kept everything cool to the touch. >>>>>>>>> I just have the BBAI on my engineering workbench anyhow, so I just >>>>>>>>> wanted something simple and quiet. >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> [image: IMG_1873.jpeg] >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> On Saturday, December 28, 2019 at 7:17:02 PM UTC-6, Mala Dies >>>>>>>>> wrote: >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Hello, >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> I was reluctant to purchase the BBAI at first b/c I have heard of >>>>>>>>>> issues w/ heat dissipation on the board and the chip. Anyway... >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Long story, short. I bought it against my better judgement b/c I >>>>>>>>>> know everyone, in the BBB world, is supportive w/ nice ideas. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> ... >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> So: >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> - I went to: https://beagleboard.org/upgrade. >>>>>>>>>> - I upgraded the board and adjusted things. >>>>>>>>>> - I rebooted the board and found the board to be just as hot. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Has anyone else come across an issue w/ heat or a fix to the heat >>>>>>>>>> issue? >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Seth >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> P.S. I might get rid of some of the extras that comes with this >>>>>>>>>> board but I purchased it for its functionality. I want to use the >>>>>>>>>> M4, TIDL, >>>>>>>>>> EVEs, and other >>>>>>>>>> more complicated chips for fun! I was thinking I would finally >>>>>>>>>> learn to program the PRUs too. I am going to try to get rid of >>>>>>>>>> node-red, >>>>>>>>>> chromium, and >>>>>>>>>> some other sockets and ports on the board. I think that these may >>>>>>>>>> cause services that I will not use ever. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> ... >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> If you are using the board, the BBAI, and you have had some >>>>>>>>>> similar issues and came up w/ a nice fix, please let me know. I >>>>>>>>>> would like >>>>>>>>>> to try all >>>>>>>>>> or any relative sources of ideas to support the heat consumption >>>>>>>>>> on the board. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> On Sunday, December 29, 2019 at 8:56:07 AM UTC-6, Stephen Johnson >>>>>>>> wrote: >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> I bought a USB powered fan which gives a very low airflow, but has >>>>>>>>> kept everything cool to the touch. >>>>>>>>> I just have the BBAI on my engineering workbench anyhow, so I just >>>>>>>>> wanted something simple and quiet. >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> [image: IMG_1873.jpeg] >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> On Saturday, December 28, 2019 at 7:17:02 PM UTC-6, Mala Dies >>>>>>>>> wrote: >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Hello, >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> I was reluctant to purchase the BBAI at first b/c I have heard of >>>>>>>>>> issues w/ heat dissipation on the board and the chip. Anyway... >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Long story, short. I bought it against my better judgement b/c I >>>>>>>>>> know everyone, in the BBB world, is supportive w/ nice ideas. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> ... >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> So: >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> - I went to: https://beagleboard.org/upgrade. >>>>>>>>>> - I upgraded the board and adjusted things. >>>>>>>>>> - I rebooted the board and found the board to be just as hot. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Has anyone else come across an issue w/ heat or a fix to the heat >>>>>>>>>> issue? >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Seth >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> P.S. I might get rid of some of the extras that comes with this >>>>>>>>>> board but I purchased it for its functionality. I want to use the >>>>>>>>>> M4, TIDL, >>>>>>>>>> EVEs, and other >>>>>>>>>> more complicated chips for fun! I was thinking I would finally >>>>>>>>>> learn to program the PRUs too. I am going to try to get rid of >>>>>>>>>> node-red, >>>>>>>>>> chromium, and >>>>>>>>>> some other sockets and ports on the board. I think that these may >>>>>>>>>> cause services that I will not use ever. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> ... >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> If you are using the board, the BBAI, and you have had some >>>>>>>>>> similar issues and came up w/ a nice fix, please let me know. I >>>>>>>>>> would like >>>>>>>>>> to try all >>>>>>>>>> or any relative sources of ideas to support the heat consumption >>>>>>>>>> on the board. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> -- >>>>>>>> For more options, visit http://beagleboard.org/discuss >>>>>>>> --- >>>>>>>> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google >>>>>>>> Groups "BeagleBoard" group. >>>>>>>> To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, >>>>>>>> send an email to [email protected]. >>>>>>>> To view this discussion on the web visit >>>>>>>> https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/beagleboard/e9e91353-7257-420f-ab9a-70972cea50cb%40googlegroups.com >>>>>>>> <https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/beagleboard/e9e91353-7257-420f-ab9a-70972cea50cb%40googlegroups.com?utm_medium=email&utm_source=footer> >>>>>>>> . >>>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>> On Thursday, January 2, 2020 at 1:18:29 AM UTC-6, Mala Dies wrote: >>>>>> >>>>>> Hello, >>>>>> >>>>>> Thank you for this update. I did update the board already as the link >>>>>> suggested. My fan was a 24v fan. I need to get another fan. >>>>>> >>>>>> Seth >>>>>> >>>>>> P.S. I might get the digikey.com fan you have listed. Anyway, if >>>>>> anyone has any other ideas, shoot! >>>>>> >>>>>> On Sunday, December 29, 2019 at 5:30:02 PM UTC-6, jonnymo wrote: >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Jason recently posted an update regarding the Fan Cape he is working >>>>>>> on. >>>>>>> In the mean time, he recommended the Coolerguys USB fan that is >>>>>>> listed in the BBAI FAQ: >>>>>>> >>>>>>> https://github.com/beagleboard/beaglebone-ai/wiki/Frequently-Asked-Questions#fans >>>>>>> >>>>>>> https://www.coolerguys.com/collections/usb-fans/products/25mm-25x25x10-usb-fan >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Previously, the X15FANKIT was suggested but it requires wiring to 5v >>>>>>> and grnd on the BBAI. I am using this and it seems to work fine for my >>>>>>> BBAI. This does fit perfectly on the BBAI heat-sink and the provided >>>>>>> screws >>>>>>> work just fine. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> https://github.com/beagleboard/beaglebone-ai/wiki/System-Reference-Manual#3-1-2-fans >>>>>>> >>>>>>> https://www.digikey.com/product-detail/en/digi-key-electronics/X15FANKIT/X15FANKIT-ND/5822502 >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Cheers, >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Jon >>>>>>> >>>>>>> On Sun, Dec 29, 2019 at 10:03 PM Mala Dies <[email protected]> wrote: >>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Hello, >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Thank you for the idea. USB powered fans. I guess they make >>>>>>>> everything these days. >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Seth >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> P.S. I was just going to power it from the sys_5v pin and GND on >>>>>>>> the BBAI. I guess there are many more ways to go about making things >>>>>>>> work >>>>>>>> than once thought. >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> On Sunday, December 29, 2019 at 8:56:07 AM UTC-6, Stephen Johnson >>>>>>>> wrote: >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> I bought a USB powered fan which gives a very low airflow, but has >>>>>>>>> kept everything cool to the touch. >>>>>>>>> I just have the BBAI on my engineering workbench anyhow, so I just >>>>>>>>> wanted something simple and quiet. >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> [image: IMG_1873.jpeg] >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> On Saturday, December 28, 2019 at 7:17:02 PM UTC-6, Mala Dies >>>>>>>>> wrote: >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Hello, >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> I was reluctant to purchase the BBAI at first b/c I have heard of >>>>>>>>>> issues w/ heat dissipation on the board and the chip. Anyway... >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Long story, short. I bought it against my better judgement b/c I >>>>>>>>>> know everyone, in the BBB world, is supportive w/ nice ideas. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> ... >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> So: >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> - I went to: https://beagleboard.org/upgrade. >>>>>>>>>> - I upgraded the board and adjusted things. >>>>>>>>>> - I rebooted the board and found the board to be just as hot. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Has anyone else come across an issue w/ heat or a fix to the heat >>>>>>>>>> issue? >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Seth >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> P.S. I might get rid of some of the extras that comes with this >>>>>>>>>> board but I purchased it for its functionality. I want to use the >>>>>>>>>> M4, TIDL, >>>>>>>>>> EVEs, and other >>>>>>>>>> more complicated chips for fun! I was thinking I would finally >>>>>>>>>> learn to program the PRUs too. I am going to try to get rid of >>>>>>>>>> node-red, >>>>>>>>>> chromium, and >>>>>>>>>> some other sockets and ports on the board. I think that these may >>>>>>>>>> cause services that I will not use ever. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> ... >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> If you are using the board, the BBAI, and you have had some >>>>>>>>>> similar issues and came up w/ a nice fix, please let me know. I >>>>>>>>>> would like >>>>>>>>>> to try all >>>>>>>>>> or any relative sources of ideas to support the heat consumption >>>>>>>>>> on the board. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> On Sunday, December 29, 2019 at 8:56:07 AM UTC-6, Stephen Johnson >>>>>>>> wrote: >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> I bought a USB powered fan which gives a very low airflow, but has >>>>>>>>> kept everything cool to the touch. >>>>>>>>> I just have the BBAI on my engineering workbench anyhow, so I just >>>>>>>>> wanted something simple and quiet. >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> [image: IMG_1873.jpeg] >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> On Saturday, December 28, 2019 at 7:17:02 PM UTC-6, Mala Dies >>>>>>>>> wrote: >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Hello, >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> I was reluctant to purchase the BBAI at first b/c I have heard of >>>>>>>>>> issues w/ heat dissipation on the board and the chip. Anyway... >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Long story, short. I bought it against my better judgement b/c I >>>>>>>>>> know everyone, in the BBB world, is supportive w/ nice ideas. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> ... >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> So: >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> - I went to: https://beagleboard.org/upgrade. >>>>>>>>>> - I upgraded the board and adjusted things. >>>>>>>>>> - I rebooted the board and found the board to be just as hot. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Has anyone else come across an issue w/ heat or a fix to the heat >>>>>>>>>> issue? >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Seth >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> P.S. I might get rid of some of the extras that comes with this >>>>>>>>>> board but I purchased it for its functionality. I want to use the >>>>>>>>>> M4, TIDL, >>>>>>>>>> EVEs, and other >>>>>>>>>> more complicated chips for fun! I was thinking I would finally >>>>>>>>>> learn to program the PRUs too. I am going to try to get rid of >>>>>>>>>> node-red, >>>>>>>>>> chromium, and >>>>>>>>>> some other sockets and ports on the board. I think that these may >>>>>>>>>> cause services that I will not use ever. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> ... >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> If you are using the board, the BBAI, and you have had some >>>>>>>>>> similar issues and came up w/ a nice fix, please let me know. I >>>>>>>>>> would like >>>>>>>>>> to try all >>>>>>>>>> or any relative sources of ideas to support the heat consumption >>>>>>>>>> on the board. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> -- >>>>>>>> For more options, visit http://beagleboard.org/discuss >>>>>>>> --- >>>>>>>> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google >>>>>>>> Groups "BeagleBoard" group. >>>>>>>> To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, >>>>>>>> send an email to [email protected]. >>>>>>>> To view this discussion on the web visit >>>>>>>> https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/beagleboard/e9e91353-7257-420f-ab9a-70972cea50cb%40googlegroups.com >>>>>>>> <https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/beagleboard/e9e91353-7257-420f-ab9a-70972cea50cb%40googlegroups.com?utm_medium=email&utm_source=footer> >>>>>>>> . >>>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>> On Sunday, December 29, 2019 at 5:30:02 PM UTC-6, jonnymo wrote: >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Jason recently posted an update regarding the Fan Cape he is working >>>>>>> on. >>>>>>> In the mean time, he recommended the Coolerguys USB fan that is >>>>>>> listed in the BBAI FAQ: >>>>>>> >>>>>>> https://github.com/beagleboard/beaglebone-ai/wiki/Frequently-Asked-Questions#fans >>>>>>> >>>>>>> https://www.coolerguys.com/collections/usb-fans/products/25mm-25x25x10-usb-fan >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Previously, the X15FANKIT was suggested but it requires wiring to 5v >>>>>>> and grnd on the BBAI. I am using this and it seems to work fine for my >>>>>>> BBAI. This does fit perfectly on the BBAI heat-sink and the provided >>>>>>> screws >>>>>>> work just fine. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> https://github.com/beagleboard/beaglebone-ai/wiki/System-Reference-Manual#3-1-2-fans >>>>>>> >>>>>>> https://www.digikey.com/product-detail/en/digi-key-electronics/X15FANKIT/X15FANKIT-ND/5822502 >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Cheers, >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Jon >>>>>>> >>>>>>> On Sun, Dec 29, 2019 at 10:03 PM Mala Dies <[email protected]> wrote: >>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Hello, >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Thank you for the idea. USB powered fans. I guess they make >>>>>>>> everything these days. >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Seth >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> P.S. I was just going to power it from the sys_5v pin and GND on >>>>>>>> the BBAI. I guess there are many more ways to go about making things >>>>>>>> work >>>>>>>> than once thought. >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> On Sunday, December 29, 2019 at 8:56:07 AM UTC-6, Stephen Johnson >>>>>>>> wrote: >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> I bought a USB powered fan which gives a very low airflow, but has >>>>>>>>> kept everything cool to the touch. >>>>>>>>> I just have the BBAI on my engineering workbench anyhow, so I just >>>>>>>>> wanted something simple and quiet. >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> [image: IMG_1873.jpeg] >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> On Saturday, December 28, 2019 at 7:17:02 PM UTC-6, Mala Dies >>>>>>>>> wrote: >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Hello, >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> I was reluctant to purchase the BBAI at first b/c I have heard of >>>>>>>>>> issues w/ heat dissipation on the board and the chip. Anyway... >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Long story, short. I bought it against my better judgement b/c I >>>>>>>>>> know everyone, in the BBB world, is supportive w/ nice ideas. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> ... >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> So: >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> - I went to: https://beagleboard.org/upgrade. >>>>>>>>>> - I upgraded the board and adjusted things. >>>>>>>>>> - I rebooted the board and found the board to be just as hot. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Has anyone else come across an issue w/ heat or a fix to the heat >>>>>>>>>> issue? >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Seth >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> P.S. I might get rid of some of the extras that comes with this >>>>>>>>>> board but I purchased it for its functionality. I want to use the >>>>>>>>>> M4, TIDL, >>>>>>>>>> EVEs, and other >>>>>>>>>> more complicated chips for fun! I was thinking I would finally >>>>>>>>>> learn to program the PRUs too. I am going to try to get rid of >>>>>>>>>> node-red, >>>>>>>>>> chromium, and >>>>>>>>>> some other sockets and ports on the board. I think that these may >>>>>>>>>> cause services that I will not use ever. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> ... >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> If you are using the board, the BBAI, and you have had some >>>>>>>>>> similar issues and came up w/ a nice fix, please let me know. I >>>>>>>>>> would like >>>>>>>>>> to try all >>>>>>>>>> or any relative sources of ideas to support the heat consumption >>>>>>>>>> on the board. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> On Sunday, December 29, 2019 at 8:56:07 AM UTC-6, Stephen Johnson >>>>>>>> wrote: >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> I bought a USB powered fan which gives a very low airflow, but has >>>>>>>>> kept everything cool to the touch. >>>>>>>>> I just have the BBAI on my engineering workbench anyhow, so I just >>>>>>>>> wanted something simple and quiet. >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> [image: IMG_1873.jpeg] >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> On Saturday, December 28, 2019 at 7:17:02 PM UTC-6, Mala Dies >>>>>>>>> wrote: >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Hello, >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> I was reluctant to purchase the BBAI at first b/c I have heard of >>>>>>>>>> issues w/ heat dissipation on the board and the chip. Anyway... >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Long story, short. I bought it against my better judgement b/c I >>>>>>>>>> know everyone, in the BBB world, is supportive w/ nice ideas. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> ... >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> So: >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> - I went to: https://beagleboard.org/upgrade. >>>>>>>>>> - I upgraded the board and adjusted things. >>>>>>>>>> - I rebooted the board and found the board to be just as hot. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Has anyone else come across an issue w/ heat or a fix to the heat >>>>>>>>>> issue? >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Seth >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> P.S. I might get rid of some of the extras that comes with this >>>>>>>>>> board but I purchased it for its functionality. I want to use the >>>>>>>>>> M4, TIDL, >>>>>>>>>> EVEs, and other >>>>>>>>>> more complicated chips for fun! I was thinking I would finally >>>>>>>>>> learn to program the PRUs too. I am going to try to get rid of >>>>>>>>>> node-red, >>>>>>>>>> chromium, and >>>>>>>>>> some other sockets and ports on the board. I think that these may >>>>>>>>>> cause services that I will not use ever. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> ... >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> If you are using the board, the BBAI, and you have had some >>>>>>>>>> similar issues and came up w/ a nice fix, please let me know. I >>>>>>>>>> would like >>>>>>>>>> to try all >>>>>>>>>> or any relative sources of ideas to support the heat consumption >>>>>>>>>> on the board. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> -- >>>>>>>> For more options, visit http://beagleboard.org/discuss >>>>>>>> --- >>>>>>>> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google >>>>>>>> Groups "BeagleBoard" group. >>>>>>>> To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, >>>>>>>> send an email to [email protected]. >>>>>>>> To view this discussion on the web visit >>>>>>>> https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/beagleboard/e9e91353-7257-420f-ab9a-70972cea50cb%40googlegroups.com >>>>>>>> <https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/beagleboard/e9e91353-7257-420f-ab9a-70972cea50cb%40googlegroups.com?utm_medium=email&utm_source=footer> >>>>>>>> . >>>>>>>> >>>>>>> -- >>> For more options, visit http://beagleboard.org/discuss >>> --- >>> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google >>> Groups "BeagleBoard" group. >>> To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send >>> an email to [email protected]. >>> To view this discussion on the web visit >>> https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/beagleboard/aa820b32-5736-4111-88b8-7bca10fd6a0b%40googlegroups.com >>> <https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/beagleboard/aa820b32-5736-4111-88b8-7bca10fd6a0b%40googlegroups.com?utm_medium=email&utm_source=footer> >>> . >>> >> >> >> -- >> https://beagleboard.org/about - a 501c3 non-profit educating around open >> hardware computing >> > -- > For more options, visit http://beagleboard.org/discuss > --- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "BeagleBoard" group. > To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an > email to [email protected]. > To view this discussion on the web visit > https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/beagleboard/6703bc41-2512-41c3-a563-ed8d94eb98fc%40googlegroups.com > <https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/beagleboard/6703bc41-2512-41c3-a563-ed8d94eb98fc%40googlegroups.com?utm_medium=email&utm_source=footer> > . > -- https://beagleboard.org/about - a 501c3 non-profit educating around open hardware computing -- For more options, visit http://beagleboard.org/discuss --- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "BeagleBoard" group. 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