Hey I just got a Raspberry Pi Model B+ and the USB/Ethernet doesn't work!

Your kernel/firmware (operating system) has to be updated to support the new USB/Ethernet controller chip! The annoying thing is that to upgrade you kinda need network connectivity which you can't get if USB/Ethernet is down. If you have a spare Model B around, try running

sudo apt-get update
sudo apt-get upgrade

To update to the latest kernel!

Can I use a crummy 5V power supply?

No! We originally thought there might be a SEPIC/Buck-Boost 5V supply but there isn't! So if you're having power problems, make sure you have plenty o' solid 5V power and try a shorter micro USB cable. Long cables with thin wires are the bane of Pi!

This guide was first published on Jul 14, 2014. It was last updated on Jul 14, 2014.

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