# How to Install FreeBSD on Raspberry Pi (And Get It Working)

DevFeed: [How to Install FreeBSD on Raspberry Pi (And Get It Working)](<https://devfeed.tech/articles/how-to-install-freebsd-on-raspberry-pi-and-get-it-working-10798.md>)

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Author: Patrick Fromaget

Published: 2026-09-03T02:29:03Z

Content type: tutorial

Language: en

Sources: [RaspberryTips](<https://devfeed.tech/sources/raspberrytips.md>)

Topics: [Operating system](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/operating-system.md>), [systems](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/systems.md>), [Linux](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/linux.md>), [Server](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/server.md>)

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## AI overview

A practical guide to installing FreeBSD on a Raspberry Pi from an official prebuilt image, writing it to a microSD card, completing initial configuration, and preparing the system for everyday use.

## Source excerpt

I've installed and used plenty of Linux-based systems on Raspberry Pi, but FreeBSD is a different experience. It may look familiar at first, yet some important differences can make the setup confusing if you're used to Debian or Raspberry Pi OS. FreeBSD can be installed on most Raspberry Pi models using an official prebuilt image....