Choose the Correct reComputer R Series Guide
The reComputer R Series includes commercial Raspberry Pi 5 systems and industrial CM5 systems. Identify the product before flashing an image, changing PCIe settings, or installing an accelerator driver.
#1. Read the product label
Record the complete product name and suffix. The suffix distinguishes memory,
storage, connectivity, and whether an AI accelerator is included. Do not rely
only on the R Series, R2000, or CM5 family name.
#2. Select the matching official Wiki
| Device family | Use this official guide | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| reComputer AI R2000 | R2000 Getting Started | Raspberry Pi 5 platform with dual M.2 expansion and Hailo-8 variants |
| reComputer AI Industrial R2135 | R2135 Getting Started | CM5 industrial AI system with pre-installed Hailo-8 |
| reComputer Industrial R20xx | R20xx Getting Started | CM5 industrial system; check the exact accelerator option |
| reComputer Industrial R21xx | R21xx Getting Started | CM5 system with additional industrial interfaces; Hailo availability depends on SKU |
#3. Record the deployment facts
Before installing software, record:
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Product and SKU:
Raspberry Pi 5 or CM5:
RAM and eMMC capacity:
Boot device (microSD/eMMC/NVMe):
Accelerator model (none/Hailo-8/Hailo-10H):
Power method (USB-C/DC terminal/PoE):
Operating-system image and release:These facts determine the correct flashing procedure, device tree, driver, HailoRT release, HEF, and container image. Hailo-8 and Hailo-10H software artifacts are not interchangeable.
#4. Continue with the correct path
- For a standard Raspberry Pi 5 product, use the R2000 guide for hardware and boot preparation.
- For a CM5 product, follow the exact industrial product guide and the CM5 flashing procedure before applying generic Raspberry Pi instructions.
- If the product did not ship with an accelerator, confirm electrical and mechanical compatibility before purchasing or installing one.