The BeagleBone Black from beagleboard.org is a development board based on the AM335x Arm Cortex-A8 processor. This BeagleBone board is a single board computer (SBC) which can be used as a stand-alone computer or it can be embedded into a system.

This low-cost, open source, Linux-based computer board is ideal for electronics engineers and hobbyists.

What's on-board the BeagleBone Black (Rev C)?
Processor: AM3358BZCZ100 1GHz ARM Cortex-A8
Memory: 4GB eMMC flash, 512MB DDR3, 4KB EEPROM
Graphics: SGX530 3D, 20M Polygons/S
Storage: microSD card, 3.3V MMC
PMIC: TPS65217C
USB: 1 x USB A 2.0 Host, 1 x miniUSB 2.0 Client
Ethernet: RJ45 Connector 10/100
Audio: HDMI
GPIO: 2 x 46-pin Headers
Debug: 20-pin CTI JTAG Serial debug port
LED Indicators: 1 x power, 2 x Ethernet, 4 x User Controllable
Buttons: reset, boot, power
Power: miniUSB or 5V DC Jack

BeagleBone Black vs. BeagleBone Black Wireless
The BeagleBone Black and the BeagleBone Black Wireless (125-2412) boards are very similar. The main difference is that the Wireless version has Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity, instead of the Ethernet LAN connection on the traditional board.

What's included?
1 x Beaglebone Black board
1 x USB Cable (mini-USB to USB-A)

Supported Operating Systems
Linux
Android
Windows Embedded CE
QNX
ThreadX

Software Compatibility
Debian
Android
Ubuntu
Cloud9 UDE

• Power supply: 5V 1A
• HDMI/DVI-V monitor
• Micro HDMI to HDMI cable OR micro HDMI to DVI-D adapter
• Keyboard & Mouse
• USB Hub (optional) - the board has 1 USB port so you may wish to add this for extra connectivity.

Looking for Inspiration?
This BeagleBone board enables you to prototype and design many different things. For example, create a gaming console, automate your home or set up a security system. If you're stuck for ideas, the BeagleBoard website has a bunch of community-supported resources to spark your imagination: https://beagleboard.org

A monitor with HDMI input, a keyboard and a mouse will be required for stand-alone operation.

USB-A to mini-B cable, Getting Started guide

BeagleBoard.org