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Setting Up a Jetson Orin AGX Device
Here is a step-by-step tutorial explaining how to set up a Jetson Orin AGX device
Step 1: Install the NVIDIA SDK Manager
- Visit the NVIDIA SDK Manager webpage and download the installation package for your host system (x86 Linux machine).
- The SDK Manager is a tool that helps install the Jetson development environment, including flashing the Jetson device with the desired Jetpack version.
- Install the downloaded package on your host machine.
- This can typically be done by double-clicking the `.deb` file or using the `dpkg` command in the terminal.
Step 2: Launch the SDK Manager
- Open the NVIDIA SDK Manager application on your host machine.
- If prompted, enter your NVIDIA Developer account credentials.
- If you don't have an account, you can create one for free.
Step 3: Configure the SDK Manager
- In the SDK Manager interface, locate the “Target Hardware” section and select your Jetson model (e.g., Jetson Xavier NX).
- Disable the “Host Machine” option if you're not planning to cross-compile on the host.
- Choose the desired Jetpack version from the “Target Operating System” section.
- The latest version is selected by default, but you can choose a different one if needed.
- Enable or disable additional components like DeepStream based on your requirements.
- Review the license agreements and accept them to proceed.
Step 4: Download the Required Components
- The SDK Manager will download the necessary components, including the Jetson Linux image and the Jetson runtime/SDK components.
- Set the desired download and target hardware image folders if prompted.
- The download process may take some time, depending on your internet connection speed.
Step 5: Set Up the Jetson for Flashing
There are two methods for setting up the Jetson for flashing:
Automatic Setup (if the Jetson is already running)
- Connect the Jetson device to the host machine via a USB cable.
- The SDK Manager should automatically detect the Jetson model.
- Provide the Jetson's username and password when prompted.
- Configure the storage device where the root file system (rootFS) will be installed (e.g., NVMe SSD for native boot).
Manual Setup (if the Jetson is not running)
- Select the “Manual Setup” option in the SDK Manager.
- Follow the instructions to put the Jetson into force recovery mode by jumper pins on the J50 header.
- Connect the Jetson to the host machine via a USB cable.
- The SDK Manager should detect the Jetson in force recovery mode.
- Configure the desired storage device for the rootFS installation.
- Set the OEM configuration to “Runtime” if you want to configure the Jetson during the first boot.
Step 6: Flash the Jetson
- Click the “Flash” button in the SDK Manager to begin the flashing process.
- The SDK Manager will flash the Jetson Linux image to the selected storage device.
Step 7: Configure the Jetson (if OEM configuration is set to "Runtime")
- After the initial flash, the Jetson will boot up, and you may need to configure it.
- Follow the on-screen prompts to set up features like language, username, password, and partition sizes.
- Choose any additional components you want to install, such as Chromium.
Step 8: Install Jetpack Components
- Go back to the SDK Manager on the host machine.
- Provide the Jetson's IP address and the username/password you set during the configuration.
- Click the “Install” button to begin installing the selected Jetpack components (runtime, SDK, etc.) on the Jetson device.
Step 9: Verify the Installation
- Once the installation is complete, you can verify the installed components on the Jetson itself.
- Open a terminal on the Jetson and run commands like `sudo apt update` and `jtop` (after installing the `jetson-stats` package) to check the installed Jetpack version, libraries, and other details.
- You can also use the “Disks” application to view the storage device and its partitions.
Note: This tutorial covers the basic steps for setting up a Jetson Orin AGX device using the NVIDIA SDK Manager. Always refer to the official documentation for the latest instructions and any updates, as the process may change over time.
ai/jetson/start.txt · Last modified: 2024/06/04 17:37 by azam01