Connecting Arduino
Before we can start writing code and making things move, we first need to connect the Arduino board to our computer. The Arduino board is compatible with Mac, Windows, and Linux. Here we will discuss how to connect and install the drivers.
Getting ready
The following are the ingredients required for this recipe:
- An Arduino board connected to the computer via USB
- The Arduino IDE downloaded and installed
How to do it…
This recipe is split in two, as the steps for Mac and Windows are slightly different.
Mac OS X
Follow these steps to connect Arduino to Mac OS X:
- Connect the Arduino to the computer using a USB cable. If everything is properly connected, the green light will turn and stay on.
- If you have an Arduino Uno, Leonardo, Due, or Mega ...
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