.. _debian-linux:

Debian Linux
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Your gateway comes pre-installed with the latest Debian operating system image and its userland ecosystem.  Various drivers and tools for important hardware elements (such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, cellular, Wirepas, etc.) are pre-installed. It is also possible to run other root filesystems with our provided kernel.  Contact us with your requirements if you would like to use a custom operating system.


Connecting over serial console
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Please refer to the quick start guide explaining :ref:`connection over serial console <subsection_iot_gateway_light_2022_quick_start_connect_over_serial_console>`.


Connecting using a monitor/keyboard
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Please refer to the quick start guide explaining :ref:`connection using a monitor/keyboard <subsection_iot_gateway_light_2022_quick_start_connect_with_monitor_keyboard>`.


Connecting over SSH
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Please refer to the quick start guide explaining :ref:`connection over SSH <subsection_iot_gateway_light_2022_quick_start_connect_over_ssh>`.


Flashing a new image
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Flashing instructions are device-specific. Please refer to the appropriate guide for your gateway model:

* :ref:`Edge IoT Gateway XS <gateway-xs-os-flashing>`
* :ref:`Edge IoT Gateway S <gateway-s-flashing-debian>`
* :ref:`Edge IoT Gateway M <gateway-m-flashing-debian>`