R360 Linux PC: Raspberry Pi pricing change and possible delay

Raithlin said:
A case would be nice - I'm aiming to plug this in the TV as a "Smart TV"/HTPC option. Other than that, wireless connectivity would be nice. SD cards are not an issue, not sure about power cables. Would they be necessary while plugged into a TV?
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Nice case!
 
so,whats happening with Raspberry Pi?
i registered and didn't get any emails (not even a confirmation one)
 
bar1 said:
so,whats happening with Raspberry Pi?
i registered and didn't get any emails (not even a confirmation one)
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I am getting emails keeping me up to date. Though I am not one of the lucky ones yet to order one. I registered with RS Components. who did you register with?
 
ordered the modmypi one. Now i just need confirmation of actually getting the Pi itself!
 
eish

Mine is still quite a while off. Still waiting in the queue ... to order!
 
ld13 said:
Don't think you can. If they have not yet invited you to go and order & pay for your pi at their website, you are probably still in the big Q.
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WOOHOO, just ordered mine now. To others wondering, I just received this in the mail (I had been receiving the regular updates prior to this, but this little gem pitched up 5 minutes ago):

Place your order for a Raspberry Pi from RS Components and Allied Electronics today
We're delighted to inform you that you are now able to place your order for a Raspberry Pi model B board from RS Components. Please click on the button below
Your unique activation code is XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX. You will also be asked to confirm the email address which you first registered with. This is an additional security measure.

To ensure as many people as possible can experience the Raspberry Pi concept, we will be limiting boards to one per customer, on a first come, first served basis. Therefore your activation code can only be used once within the store.
We are also offering you the opportunity to purchase essential accessory products for your Raspberry Pi and thus save on any additional delivery charges.
On placing your order, we will advise you when we are likely to be able to send you your Raspberry Pi. Please note that we will be accepting payment via Visa, MasterCard (credit or debit cards included) or PayPal. Payment will be taken at the time of your order.
If you have any questions on our Raspberry Pi store, please email [email protected], or go to our FAQs page on the store
To make sure you get the best out of your Raspberry Pi, visit the Raspberry Pi website. Share your experience and find out more on how others are using their boards at Designspark. For the latest updates on Raspberry Pi and other electronics products, follow
Thank you for your continued interest and patience.

RS Components
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I ordered the pi and euro power supply (though I have a few lying around, I was too lazy to look for the required Pi rating, so I just ordered their PSU at 5 quid).

@spiderz - so yours took like 3 business days to get to you - that's not bad. When you ordered, did it give you the option to pay in pounds, $ or euro? Just making sure mine will ship from SA cos I registered both on RS UK and SA sites.
 
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also got the activation code this morning, but before I order, I am trying to figure out what accessories to get or even what are available to get?? any suggestions??
 
Well... it seems they're all available from any of your local vendors (game, hifi corp, incredible ripoff, etc). The power supply was the only possible unknown (it's a mini-usb type) but even that you can get locally once you figure out the power requirements (mA). A regular mini-usb nokia / blackberry charger will likely do the trick.

Spiderz - what are the power requirements of the Pi?

The accessories are just RCA cables, power supply, hdmi cable, LAN flylead, SD card - all locally available. You might want to save yourself effort and get the SD card with the OS already on, but if you are a little tech inclined, you'll be able to DIY i'm sure.
 
It seems a 700mA micro usb supply is sufficient:

http://www.raspberrypi.org/archives/260
Model B owners using networking and high-current USB peripherals will require a supply which can source 700mA (many phone chargers meet this requirement). Model A owners with powered USB devices will be able to get away with a much lower current capacity (300mA feels like a reasonable safety margin).
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