Description
The Raspberry Pi 3 Model B+ is a high-performance single-board computer designed to cater to a wide range of projects. With a 64-bit quad-core processor running at 1.4GHz, this board provides a significant performance boost compared to its predecessors. It also features faster Ethernet, dual-band 2.4GHz and 5GHz wireless LAN with Bluetooth 4.2/BLE, and PoE capability via a separate PoE HAT.
The Raspberry Pi 3 Model B+ maintains the same mechanical footprint as the Raspberry Pi 2 Model B and Raspberry Pi 3 Model B, making it compatible with existing cases and accessories. It also comes with modular compliance certification for its dual-band wireless LAN, allowing it to be easily integrated into end products with reduced wireless LAN compliance testing, making it ideal for commercial projects.
The board also features multiple USB ports, an HDMI port, and a microSD card slot, allowing for easy connectivity to peripherals and external storage devices. The Raspberry Pi 3 Model B+ runs a range of operating systems, including the popular Raspbian, making it versatile and suitable for a variety of applications, such as home automation, robotics, and IoT projects.
Whether you're a hobbyist, student, or professional developer, the Raspberry Pi 3 Model B+ offers a powerful and flexible computing platform that is easy to use and cost-effective.
Features:
- BCM2837B0, Cortex-A53
- 64-bit SoC @ 1.4GHz
- 1GB LPDDR2 SDRAM
- 2.4GHz and 5GHz IEEE 802.11.b/g/n/ac wireless LAN, Bluetooth 4.2, BLE
- Gigabit Ethernet over USB 2.0 (maximum throughput 300Mbps)
- 4 USB 2.0 ports
- Extended 40-pin GPIO header
- 1 full size HDMI
- MIPI DSI display port
- MIPI CSI camera port
- 4 pole stereo output and composite video port
- H.264, MPEG-4 decode (1080p30); H.264 encode
- (1080p30); OpenGL ES 1.1, 2.0 graphics
- Micro SD format for loading operating system and
- data storage
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5V/2.5A DC via micro USB connector
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5V DC via GPIO header
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Power over Ethernet (PoE) enabled (requires separate PoE HAT)
Resources
- Raspberry Pi 3 Model B+ product brief
- Raspberry Pi 3 Model B+ mechanical drawing
- Raspberry Pi 3 Model B+ schematic diagrams
- More detailed information on Raspberry Pi hardware
FAQs:
Q: What are the key differences between the Raspberry Pi 3 Model B+ and the previous Raspberry Pi 3 Model B?
A: The Raspberry Pi 3 Model B+ features a faster processor (1.4GHz), improved power management, dual-band Wi-Fi (2.4GHz & 5GHz), Gigabit Ethernet over USB 2.0 (maximum throughput 300 Mbps), Bluetooth 4.2, and Power over Ethernet (PoE) capability. It also has improved thermal management.
Q: Can I use my existing Raspberry Pi accessories and HATs with the Raspberry Pi 3 Model B+?
A: Yes, the Raspberry Pi 3 Model B+ is backward compatible with most existing Raspberry Pi accessories and HATs as it maintains the same form factor and 40-pin GPIO header.
Q: Does the Raspberry Pi 3 Model B+ support wireless display technologies like Miracast?
A: While the Raspberry Pi 3 Model B+ itself does not natively support Miracast, you can achieve similar functionality using software solutions like MiracleCast or OSMC with the appropriate configuration.
Q: What is the recommended power supply for the Raspberry Pi 3 Model B+?
A: The recommended power supply for the Raspberry Pi 3 Model B+ is a 5V 2.5A micro USB power supply. It is important to use a high-quality power supply to ensure stable operation and prevent any potential damage to the board.
Q: What is the difference between the Raspberry Pi 3 Model B+ and the Raspberry Pi 4 Model B?
A: The Raspberry Pi 4 Model B is a newer model with significant upgrades over the Raspberry Pi 3 Model B+. It features a more powerful processor, more RAM options, USB 3.0 ports, dual 4K display support, and faster Ethernet connectivity.
