PINN
by procountsf
- Size
- 48 MB
- Updated
- Publisher
- procountsf
- Category
- Utilities
- Files
- 1
About PINN
PINN is a free, open-source operating system installer for the Raspberry Pi, developed as an enhanced version of NOOBS, the Raspberry Pi Foundation's original "New Out Of Box Software". Its key feature is multi-boot: PINN lets you install several operating systems on the same SD card, USB drive or SSD and choose which one to start each time the Pi boots.
After you copy PINN to a card and boot the Pi, an installer menu lists available operating systems. The download here is pinn-lite, which contains only the installer itself and fetches operating system images over the network, so you need a wired or wireless internet connection during setup. PINN can offer a wide choice of systems, including Raspberry Pi OS and various other Linux distributions and media centre or retro gaming systems, depending on what the project's repositories currently provide. Select one or more, and PINN partitions the storage and installs them.
Beyond installation, PINN includes built-in administration tools that NOOBS lacks. You can back up installed operating systems and restore them later, which is handy before experimenting or when moving to a new card. Repair tools help fix common problems, with basic disk checking, a way to change user passwords if you are locked out, and a command shell for manual work. A boot selection screen appears at startup, and you can set a default OS with a timeout for unattended booting.
To get started, format an SD card as FAT32, extract the contents of pinn-lite.zip onto it, insert it into the Raspberry Pi and power on. Although the listing mentions Windows, PINN runs on the Pi itself; a Windows, macOS or Linux computer is only used to prepare the card. Check the project documentation for the Raspberry Pi models currently supported, and use a reasonably large, good-quality card if you plan to install several systems. PINN is ideal for tinkerers, classrooms and anyone who wants to compare operating systems on one device.
Key features
- Multi-boot on Raspberry Pi
- Network installation of many OSes
- Backup and restore
- Repair tools and command shell
- Boot menu with default OS
Pros
- Easy multi-OS setup
- Helpful admin tools
- Free and open source
Cons
- Needs a network connection
- Several OSes need a large card
System requirements
A supported Raspberry Pi, an SD card or USB/SSD drive and an internet connection. A PC to prepare the card.
Tips
- Use a wired network connection for faster installs
- Back up an OS before trying risky changes
Source code on GitHub procount/pinn
Description from the publisher
PINN is an enhancement of NOOBS
PINN is an enhancement of NOOBS for the Raspberry Pi.
It allows the installation of MULTIPLE OSes on the same SD/HDD/SSD device with an OS chooser when booting.
Built-in Admin tools allow you to backup & restore your OSes and fix OS problems by including basic disk checking, password changing, and a command shell.
At a glance
PINN is a free utilities app published by procountsf (pinn.sourceforge.io). PINN is an enhancement of NOOBS
SOFTGIT offers 1 file for PINN covering Windows, 48 MB in total, last updated on July 20, 2025.
PINN belongs to the Utilities category, alongside scrcpy, GeoServer, OpenBoxes. Browse related apps below to compare alternatives.
Download PINN
| File | SHA-256 | Size | Download |
|---|---|---|---|
| pinn-lite.zipZIPWindows | Listed on SourceForge | 48 MB | Download |
Verify a download: sha256sum file (Linux), shasum -a 256 file (macOS) or Get-FileHash file (Windows PowerShell). Learn more.
Source: sourceforge.net/projects/pinn. The Download button opens the official SourceForge download; the file is not hosted here.
PINN system requirements
- Download size
- 48 MB (pinn-lite.zip)
- Project page
- sourceforge.net/projects/pinn
PINN FAQ
What is PINN?
An enhanced version of NOOBS that installs and boots multiple operating systems on a Raspberry Pi.
Do I need internet access?
Yes, pinn-lite downloads operating systems over the network during installation.
How do I install PINN?
Format an SD card as FAT32, extract pinn-lite.zip onto it and boot the Pi from it.
Can PINN back up my systems?
Yes. It includes backup and restore of installed operating systems.
Does PINN run on Windows?
No. It runs on the Raspberry Pi; a PC is only used to prepare the card.
Is PINN free?
SourceForge does not list a license for PINN; check the project page. Read the license terms before using it.
Where does the PINN download come from?
The Download button takes you to the official SourceForge download for PINN (sourceforge.net/projects/pinn). SOFTGIT does not modify or re-host the file.
Is PINN free to download?
Yes. PINN is listed as “Free” and the download from SOFTGIT is free of charge.
How do I download PINN?
Open the “Download” section on this page and press Download. You are taken to the official SourceForge download for PINN; the file itself is hosted by SourceForge.
Is PINN safe to install?
SOFTGIT links to the files exactly as published on the official SourceForge project page (sourceforge.net/projects/pinn). Nothing is repackaged or wrapped. Compare the checksum shown on this page, where available, with the downloaded file.
Which platforms does PINN support?
The files listed here target Windows.
How big is the PINN download?
The file is 48 MB.
Who makes PINN?
PINN is developed by procountsf (https://pinn.sourceforge.io).
Provenance
- Publisher
- procountsf
- Source
- pinn.sourceforge.io
- Last check
- 1 year ago
- License
- Free
- Source code
- github.com/procount/pinn
- Imported from
- Source: sourceforge.net/projects/pinn
