Welcome to the quickstart guide for the Kumquat by NetCube Systems! This guide will walk you through the initial setup process to get your board up and running quickly. Whether you're a novice or an advanced user, follow these steps to start exploring the capabilities of your Kumquat board.
## Prerequisites
Before you begin, make sure you have the following:
1. Download the latest example Buildroot image [here](https://git.netcubesystems.at/NetCube-Systems-Austria/kumquat-buildroot-releases/releases/tag/demo-build).
1. Connect the 12V or 24V power supply to the bottom right terminal block of the Kumquat board.
2. Ensure that the positive pin of the power connector is on the right side.
![Connect Power Supply](placeholder_image_link)
## Step 7: Boot up the Kumquat Board
1. Check the serial console for output.
2. You should see the start sequence: U-Boot Bootloader, followed by the Buildroot Operating System.
3. After a few seconds, you should be prompted with a login. You can log in with the username `root`.
## Conclusion
Congratulations! You have successfully set up your NetCube Systems Kumquat. Start exploring and experimenting with its capabilities. Refer to the next pages for more advanced usage and customization options.