{"id":773,"date":"2024-05-29T00:07:15","date_gmt":"2024-05-29T00:07:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/serverhost.com\/blog\/ubuntu-24-04-debuts-on-the-milk-v-mars-risc-v-computer-the-new-era-of-space-computing\/"},"modified":"2025-02-26T05:10:26","modified_gmt":"2025-02-26T05:10:26","slug":"ubuntu-24-04-debuts-on-the-milk-v-mars-risc-v-computer-the-new-era-of-space-computing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/serverhost.com\/blog\/ubuntu-24-04-debuts-on-the-milk-v-mars-risc-v-computer-the-new-era-of-space-computing\/","title":{"rendered":"Ubuntu 24.04 Debuts on the Milk-V Mars (RISC-V Computer): The New Era of Space Computing"},"content":{"rendered":"

Ubuntu 24.04 is now available for the Milk-V Mars RISC-V single board computer (SBC).<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

RISC-V<\/a> is an open-source processor specification, permitting any individual to access its blueprint to develop their unique chips without needing to pay any licensing fees or royalties. Its resemblance to a Linux distro allows for collaboration, contribution, and enhancement of RISC-V consistently.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

Though both ARM (you’ve probably heard about it) and RISC-V come under the RISC (Reduced Instruction Set Computer<\/a>) division, RISC-V boasts of a distinctive, module-based architecture. Its base instruction set is expandable, opening up possibilities for it being customized or optimized for varied tasks.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

Looking at these open-source reciprocities, it’s no wonder that Linux support for RISC-V is currently in an excellent position and progressing with each subsequent Linux kernel release.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

The release of affordable yet capable RISC-V computers like the Milk-V Mars will help broaden the appeal and use-cases for the tech, helping it land in the hands of resourceful hardware hackers, enthusiasts, and engineers who can unlock its potential.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

And thanks to a new partnership with MilkV, the makers of the Milk-V Mars SBC, Ubuntu is to become reference OS for the company\u2019s new RISC-V products \u2014 a smart team-up since Ubuntu already runs on a number of other RISC-V devices<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

Milk-V Mars \u2013 a RISC-V Pocket Rocket<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n

Milk-V is a Raspberry Pi-sized RISC-V computer<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

Despite its credit card-sized dimensions, the Milk-V Mars<\/a> carries a significant amount of power. It contains a 64-bit StarFive JH7110<\/a> processor with a quad-core topping out at 1.5GHz (RV64GC<\/a>), an Imagination BXE-4-32 GPU compatible with OpenCL 1.2, OpenGL ES 3.2, Vulkan 1.2, and a maximum of 8GB LPDDR4 RAM.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

The device’s integrated video processing unit has the ability to process H.264 & H.265 in 4Kp60 resolution decoding, as well as H.265 and 1080p30 encoding. It can also handle JPEG encoding\/decoding tasks.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

Though it lacks built-in storage, with the exception of a writable boot ROM, it does provide an eMMC module slot and a slot for microSD cards. It also offers an M.2 E-Key slot for Bluetooth & Wi-Fi units, four USB portals, an HDMI 2.0 outlet, a 40-pin GPIO, and an RJ45 ethernet (PoE is accessible via an optional HAT).<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

The Ubuntu 24.04 Server architecture lays the foundation for the device.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

Ubuntu is regarded as one of the most classical and well-loved operating systems. Additionally, Milk-V Mars is a superior SBC product that developers favor due to its integration of a high-performance GPU and a wealth of interfaces,<\/em> according to Vice President of Shenzhen MilkV Technology Co., Ltd., Ke Yiran.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

Working with Canonical to provide an optimised Ubuntu on Milk-V Mars fills us with excitement. This collaboration will speed up innovation and decrease the time to market for developers,\u201d<\/em> he added.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

You can discover more about the ‘strategic cooperation agreement’ between these companies on Canonical’s blog<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

Those who are already in possession of a Milk-V Mars can procure an Ubuntu 24.04 server image from the Ubuntu RISC-V downloads page<\/a>. This page also features links for further information if needed.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

It is possible to install a GUI desktop on an Ubuntu Server image. This implies that you could potentially use a RISC-V as a desktop PC. However, the software experience and hardware performance are not quite ready yet. The onboard GPU in this SBC is not supported in Ubuntu.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

The more RISC-V devices that become available, the faster progress will be made. Keep an eye on this space!<\/p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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