The BeagleBone Black (Rev. C) is a powerful yet affordable SBC based on the Texas Instruments 1 GHz ARM Cortex-A8 processor. It features 512MB DDR3L RAM, 4GB onboard eMMC storage, and an HDMI port.
The BeagleBone Black is a low-cost, high-expansion single-board computer (SBC) designed for developers and electronics hobbyists. Powered by the Texas Instruments Sitara AM3359 ARM Cortex-A8 processor running at 1 GHz, it allows users to boot Linux in under 10 seconds using just a single USB cable.
The board features a comprehensive set of integrated interfaces including HDMI, Ethernet, and USB, along with two 46-pin expansion headers compatible with the "Cape" ecosystem. This allows for easy integration of add-on boards to extend functionality. The Rev C version upgrades memory to 512 MB DDR3L and includes 4 GB of onboard eMMC flash storage, ensuring reliable local storage independent of the microSD card.
| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Processor | Sitara AM3359 ARM Cortex-A8 @ 1 GHz |
| Memory (RAM) | 512 MB DDR3L |
| Storage | 4 GB eMMC + microSD slot |
| Graphics | SGX 3D, HDMI video out |
| Networking | 10/100 Ethernet RJ45 |
| USB | Client Port (USB OTG) + Host USB 2.0 |
| Expansion | 2 x 46-pin headers (Cape compatible) |
| Real-time Units | 2x PRU-ICSS (Programmable Real-Time Unit) |
| Power Management | TPS65217C PMIC |
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