A linux machine based on the Raspberry Pi CM5

Posted by edwardianpug@reddit | linux | View on Reddit | 20 comments

Having spent way too long trying to figure out if I could make a future-proof ish linux machine, I settled on a CM5 based solution, gave it a SGI Indy looking case and popped it on github

The instructions and files are at github.com/veebch/dbi-pi

[-]

jimicus@reddit

Probably outperform the original hardware even if you emulated it.

[-]

GestureArtist@reddit

I recognized that SGI indy look right away 😄

[-]

edwardianpug@reddit (OP)

The bootup sound unlocked loads of repressed memories

[-]

edwardianpug@reddit (OP)

but 15 years mean time between failures is future proof ish

[-]

brimston3-@reddit

Ah, so it's mostly a custom case project. Still pretty cool.

[-]

The main motivation for it was making something out of the Compute Module rather than the Pi. The integration of a mechanical keyboard to the 500+ seemed like a waste (and the 15 year MTBF of the CM5 was a bonus)

[-]

DarthPneumono@reddit

Yeah, you made a case for the Pi carrier board. It looks really cool though.

Out of curiosity, who did the YouTube video?

[-]

Middle-Sand-5222@reddit

Honestly this is the kind of project that makes Linux hardware communities fun again.
A CM5-based desktop with an SGI Indy-inspired case feels like the perfect mix of retro workstation aesthetics and modern maker practicality.

[-]

D3xbot@reddit

Step aside SGI Indigo, we've got the DbI Teal (which was a color option for the Indigo)

[-]

RvstiNiall@reddit

This is really awesome and makes me think that you should do a whole series of these.

Find out how legal it would be for you to sell premade systems, too, if you're interested.

[-]

Picorims@reddit

I feel an urge to align the two bits for some reason, like the top part will slide and fall.

[-]

edwardianpug@reddit (OP)

Despite it predating the release of Fruit Samurai by a couple of decades, I find hard not to think is is mid-slide following a sword slash

[-]