If you already have Arduino software installed on your computer, you may need to uninstall it. The Galileo board uses a special version of the Arduino software to communicate with the board.
To ensure proper use of the Intel® Galileo Arduino board, you will need to install the latest driver for your operating system.
As of this writing, this tutorial will be using Arduino version 1.5.3.
For detailed instructions on how to get started with setting up Arduino for the Intel Galileo board, see the Getting Started Guide.
Having issues with the Arduino software and Galileo board? Try some of these tips.
If you're all set up, let's explore the Arduino Integrated Development Environment.
Step 1: Plug in the power supply first
Plug the adapter in to a wall unit. Universal adapters come included inside the box. Gently plug the adapter into the board. Once the LED on the board labeled "USB" turns on, the USB serial port is ready for communication.
Step 2: Plug in the USB cable
There are two USB cable inputs. Carefully plug the USB cable into the port labeled "USB Client." The other port, "USB HOST", can be used for things like a keyboard.
Step 3: Select the correct port in Arduino IDE
In the tools navigation, select Intel® Galileo from the "board" menu. Again in tools, select the "serial port" option. You should see a list of available serial ports. The port addresses begin with either "tty" or "cu". The second portion of the name usually signifies the type of port it is. You want to look for a port starting with "cu", followed by ".usbmodem" and ending in a random letter and number combination like "fa141" or "fa121."
If you are using Windows, the port will begin with "COM".
Once you have successfully connected, you should see "Intel® Galileo on {your serial port number}" at the bottom right side of the Arduino interface.
This happens sometimes. As the old saying goes: try unplugging it and then plugging it back in (the USB cable, that is). Resetting the connection triggers the USB port on your computer to read incoming data.
Close the Arduino application first, then unplug the USB cable from your computer. Try repeating the process until the port is recognized. Restarting your computer will help you in debugging the issue.
Firmware upgrade
If you have not done so already, you need upgrade the firmware on the Galileo board before continuing. After connecting the board to your computer and selecting the correct serial port, go to the Help menu in the Arduino software and select "Firmware Update." This will take several minutes. Follow the prompts until the process is complete, then continue.
- Introduction
- Getting Started
- The Arduino IDE
- Hello World
- Wrap Up