Banana Pi BPI-M1

The Banana Pi BPI-M1 is a single-board development board (SBC) that combines power, versatility, and simplicity to meet the needs of developers, DIY enthusiasts, and professionals. With its compact design and compatibility with many operating systems, it is perfect for a variety of projects ranging from home automation to personal servers to IoT applications.

Main features

1. Powerful processor

   • Allwinner A20 Dual-Core Cortex-A7 : Ensures optimal performance for multitasking and resource-intensive applications.
   • Mali-400 MP2 GPU: Perfect for projects requiring 2D/3D graphics, ideal for multimedia applications.

2. RAM and storage

   • 1GB DDR3 RAM : Enough to run modern operating systems and complex applications.
   • Expandable storage : SD card slot and SATA support for connecting hard drives or SSDs.

3. Extended connectivity

   • 40-pin GPIO ports : Flexibility to connect various sensors and modules.
   • USB 2.0 and 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet Port : Ideal for fast data transfer and stable network connectivity.
   • Wi-Fi and Bluetooth (via USB adapter) : Compatible for wireless projects.

4. Software compatibility

   • Supports multiple OS, such as Android, Debian, Ubuntu, and more, providing a development environment tailored to your needs.
   • Open-source: Benefit from an active community and numerous resources to develop your projects.

Ideal applications

1. Personal server

   • Set up a file server, web server or even a media storage center with its SATA and network connectivity.

2. IoT Projects

   • Control your connected devices or develop advanced home automation solutions with connected sensors and modules.

3. Multimedia station

   • Transform the BPI-M1 into a multimedia hub capable of playing HD videos or powering an audio system.

4. Learning and prototyping

   • A great platform to learn programming, electronics and experiment with embedded systems.

5. Industrial applications

   • Use its GPIO and compatibility with industrial systems to design robust and reliable solutions.

Why choose the Banana Pi BPI-M1?

• Versatility : Suitable for both beginners and experts for a variety of projects.
• Active community : Access to a large database of documentation and technical support.
• High performance : Dual-Core A20, 1GB RAM and advanced connectivity for demanding applications.
• Open-source : Maximum flexibility to customize your solutions.

Technical specifications

• Processor : Allwinner A20 Dual-Core Cortex-A7.
• GPU : Mali-400 MP2, OpenGL ES 2.0 compatible.
• Memory : 1 GB DDR3.
• Storage :
  • MicroSD card slot.
  • SATA port for hard drive or SSD.
• Connectivity :
  • 2x USB 2.0, 1x USB OTG.
  • 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet.
  • 40-pin GPIO port.
  • HDMI and AV for video output.
• Dimensions : Compact and lightweight for easy integration.
• OS Compatibility : Android, Debian, Ubuntu, and other Linux distributions.