Create a Disk Image
If your RPi is already up and running, you can skip ahead to Installing Dependencies.
Step 1. Download and Install Raspberry Pi Imager
Use the Raspberry Pi Imager to write an operating system to your microSD card. Raspberry Pi OS Lite is suggested. It's an official, lightweight Linux distribution built for Pi and comes with essential components pre-installed. It's ideal for headless or automated setups.
Step 2. Preconfigure Settings
The Imager allows you to preconfigure Wi-Fi credentials and create a root user account. If you plan to push source code to your Raspberry Pi over the local network, it's a good idea to assign a static IP address to the Raspberry Pi in your router settings.
Basic Set Up
Choose a Raspberry Pi Device
Click the CHOOSE DEVICE button.
Select the Raspberry Pi board.
Choose an OS
Click the CHOSEE OS button.
Scroll to Raspberry Pi OS (other)
Select Raspberry Pi OS (other)
For most use cases, Raspberry Pi OS Lite should work.
Set Storage
Click the CHOOSE STORAGE button.
Select write destination.
To Settings
Click the NEXT button.
Customisation Settings
Click the EDIT SETTINGS button.
General Settings
Minimum Configuration
A minimum, you will probably want to update the following settings:
- hostname
- username
- password
- wi-fi settings
Apply Customisation Settings
Click Yes to apply custom settings.
Click Yes to accept the MicroSD Card erasure.
Write the Disk Image
Permit file changes.
The application will download the chosen OS.
Return the MicroSD card to the Raspberry Pi.
