Hardware Compatibility

Belay.NET works with any device that runs official MicroPython firmware. No pre-configuration required - just purchase off-the-shelf hardware, flash official firmware, plug in, and use.

Official MicroPython Support

✨ For the most comprehensive and up-to-date list of supported devices, visit the official MicroPython download page

Belay.NET is compatible with any device listed on the MicroPython downloads page. This includes hundreds of boards from popular manufacturers like Raspberry Pi, Espressif, Adafruit, SparkFun, and many others.

Quick Compatibility Reference

Device	MicroPython	CircuitPython	Connection	Status
Raspberry Pi Pico	✅	✅	USB Serial	Fully Supported
ESP32	✅	✅	USB Serial	Fully Supported
ESP8266	✅	❌	USB Serial	Fully Supported
PyBoard	✅	❌	USB Serial	Fully Supported
CircuitPython Boards	❌	✅	USB Serial	Fully Supported

Zero-Configuration Setup

Belay.NET is designed for zero-friction hardware integration. Here's how simple it is:

1. Purchase any MicroPython-compatible device from the official downloads page
2. Flash official MicroPython firmware (one-time setup, usually via drag-and-drop)
3. Plug in via USB - no additional configuration needed
4. Install Belay.NET and start coding immediately

No custom firmware modifications, no bootloader changes, no device-specific setup - just official MicroPython and you're ready to go.

Connection Types

USB Serial (Recommended)

Direct USB connection provides the most reliable and fastest communication.

using var device = new Device(new SerialDeviceCommunication("COM3"));
await device.StartAsync();

WebREPL (MicroPython Only)

Wireless connection over WiFi for MicroPython devices.

using var device = new Device(new WebReplDeviceCommunication("192.168.1.100", 8266));
await device.StartAsync();

Detailed Guides

• Raspberry Pi Pico Setup
• ESP32 Setup
• PyBoard Setup
• CircuitPython Devices

Testing Your Setup

For comprehensive hardware testing information, see the Hardware Testing Guide.

Troubleshooting

Having connection issues? Check out our troubleshooting guides:

• Connection Problems
• Performance Issues