# Installation

In general, Raspberry Pi would be easier and more extensive to experience CUBE OS. If you don't have a Raspberry Pi, don't worry, you can use an old machine or NAS at home to run CUBE OS via virtual machines.

For a more seamless experience with CUBE OS without extra steps, you can alternatively purchase a [SONOFF iHost](https://sonoff.tech/products/sonoff-ihost-smart-home-hub/58).

<table data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th></th><th data-hidden data-card-target data-type="content-ref"></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Raspberry Pi Guide</strong></td><td><a href="/pages/pHAhbLtrGkY94lIVjRGS">/pages/pHAhbLtrGkY94lIVjRGS</a></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Virtual Machine Guide</strong></td><td><a href="/pages/vEJMlEEKYVRG3RI1wc8J">/pages/vEJMlEEKYVRG3RI1wc8J</a></td></tr><tr><td><strong>NAS Devices Guide</strong></td><td><a href="/pages/de4M7gMGOhzH2LqDRHFo">/pages/de4M7gMGOhzH2LqDRHFo</a></td></tr></tbody></table>

We also provide one-click installers of CUBE OS on Windows and Mac. Each installer reduces manual setup and helps you get CUBE OS running faster.

<table data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th></th><th data-hidden data-card-target data-type="content-ref"></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>One-click Installation</strong></td><td><a href="/pages/XIrc4s3EHrTfTaNLEYDe">/pages/XIrc4s3EHrTfTaNLEYDe</a></td></tr></tbody></table>


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