Getting Started

Getting Started

Hardware Included

Before use, ensure you have the following components:

• 1x 51W PoE Expansion Board
• 1x 16-Pin FPC Cable
• 1x 4-Pin Power Cable
• 4x M3 Double-ended Hex Standoff (for side-by-side mounting)
• 4x M3 Single-ended Hex Standoff (for stacking on top)
• 4x M3 Screws
• PoE Switch/Router (must support IEEE 802.3bt standard, not included)
• Gigabit Ethernet Cable (not included)
  

⚙️ Hardware Installation Steps

⚠️ Always disconnect all power from the LattePanda Iota before starting!

1. Power Off

Disconnect all power from LattePanda Iota.

2. Install Hex Standoff

• Remove the four M3 screws securing the heatsink/fan on the LattePanda Iota.
• Install four M3 single-ended hex standoffs in their place.
  

For side-by-side mounting, use M3 Double-ended Hex Standoff instead.

3. Connect FPC Cable

• Insert FPC cable end into LattePanda's 16-pin FPC connector(Gold contacts FACING DOWN)
• Lock connector latch firmly
• Repeat the above steps, insert the other end of the FPC cable into the expansion board's 16-pin FPC connector(Gold contacts FACING DOWN)
  

4. Connect 4-pin Power Cable

• Use the 4-pin power cable to connect the expansion board's 4-pin power output to the LattePanda's PH2.0 4-pin power port.
• Check the silkscreen markings at the connector to ensure correct polarity.
  

5. Mount the Expansion Board

• Align the expansion board (RJ45 port facing down) with the standoffs, ensuring the Ethernet port positions above the TF card slot.
• Secure the board using 4 M3 screws.
  

6. Final Check

• Confirm all screws are tightened.
• Ensure the FPC cable is fully latched and secure.
• Double-check power cable polarity.
• Connect PoE power and verify the PWR LED lights up, indicating normal power delivery.

Driver Installation

1. Automatic Detection

• Most operating systems (e.g., Windows, Linux) will automatically detect the new RTL8111H network adapter.
• If the system shows an "Unknown Device", please visit Realtek's official website to manually install the driver.

2. Network Connection Verification

After successful installation:

• A new wired network adapter should appear in Device Manager.
• Two wired connections should be visible in the system’s network settings (original port + expansion port).
• When connected to a live PoE switch, the LattePanda will automatically establish a network connection.