Olimex TERES-I DIY Open Source Laptop User Manual and Design Document
A comprehensive design document and assembly guide for the Olimex TERES-I, a modular, open-source DIY laptop powered by the Allwinner A64 processor and Atmel AVR controller.
Overview
This technical document details the design and assembly of the TERES-I, an open-source modular laptop developed by Olimex. The device utilizes an Allwinner A64 quad-core 64-bit ARM processor and features an Atmel AVR-based keyboard controller that is Arduino-compatible. The documentation outlines the laptop's five core PCBs designed in KiCAD, including the main board with 2GB RAM and 16GB eMMC, an IO board, and specialized interface boards. It provides a complete list of package contents, including the 11.6-inch LCD, 9500 mAh battery, and various flat cables, alongside a detailed step-by-step guide for mechanical assembly and software configuration using Ubuntu Mate.
Use Cases
- Educational computer building and instruction
- Hardware hacking and firmware prototyping
- Open-source hardware research and development
- Customized portable Linux workstations
- Modular electronics experimentation
Topics
Referenced Parts
AVR
Atmel
The KEYBOARD controller board has AVR processor on it which could be programmed with Arduino.
| A64 | Allwinner Technology | The MAIN board contain the A64 processor, RAM and Flash memory |
| AVR | Atmel | The KEYBOARD controller board has AVR processor on it which could be programmed with Arduino. |