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The Sentinel Core

Get ready to elevate your home setup with privacy-first Local AI. The Sentinel Core is almost here, and our batches are limited. Once the batch sells out, we’ll move back to waitlist mode—don’t miss out!

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Why Choose Sentinel Core?

Unleash full power Local AI

The Sentinel Core is your toolkit for crafting a powerful, private, and fully autonomous home. Designed with creators in mind, it gives you the freedom to innovate, reclaim control, and safeguard your sanctuary.

Built around the Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5 (CM5) and equipped with a PCIe slot for GPU compatibility, it provides the horsepower for lightning-fast large language models (LLMs) computation. All while maintaining the energy efficiency and sleek form factor you expect.

Unmatched Local AI Power

This custom Raspberry Pi 5 features a PCIe port for the GPU of your choice, unlocking full-power large language model (LLM) computation. Experience lightning-fast, privacy-first, local AI voice assistance, with unmatched power.

Customizable and Future-Ready

Its Mini ITX form factor offers compatibility with repurposed PC components, giving you the freedom to customize and upgrade as needed—while maintaining a premium, compact build.

Energy Efficiency Meets Performance

Based on the Raspberry Pi Compute Model 5, the Sentinel Core delivers exceptional energy efficiency without sacrificing capability.

Effortless Setup

With our custom Home Assistant pre-installed, getting started is seamless—for beginners and experienced DIY enthusiasts.

Form Factor:
170 mm × 170 mm Mini ITX, designed for compatibility with PC cases and components.
Processor:
Built around the Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5 (CM5), combining peak efficiency with a rock-solid ecosystem.
Memory:
8GB LPDDR4 SDRAM with ECC for juggling multiple tasks without dropping the ball.
Storage:
32GB eMMC flash memory for storing your digital brains.
Internet:
Gigabit Ethernet support for high-speed wired networking.
Wireless:
WiFi (IEEE 802.11 b/g/n/ac), Bluetooth 5.0, BLE
USB:
2 × USB 3 + 1 × USB-C sockets for fast data transfer and device connectivity.
HDMI:
2 × full-size HDMI 2.0 connectors for dual display support.
PCIe:
High-speed gen 3 x1 socket for GPU compatibility, unlocking advanced local AI capabilities.
Raspberry Pi HAT:
Raspberry Pi HAT connector for additional functionality.
MIPI DSI/CSI:
2 × MIPI DSI/CSI-2 connectors for display and camera integration.
Power Connector:
24-pin ATX power connector for compatibility with standard PC power supplies.
RTC Battery:
RTC battery socket for real-time clock functionality.
Cooling:
Dual 12V 4-pin PC fan connectors for enhanced GPU cooling performance.
Front Panel I/O:
Easily integrate a power button and power/status LEDs for streamlined user operation.
Perma-proto:
A half-sized breadboard area for breaking the rules and building the impossible.