PHAROS DATA ARK · 2026-10-29-01024f5b59
Other Ark resources
The Ark’s main job is to preserve and serve useful content, especially under adverse conditions. The computer, network, storage and tools it brings along can also help with other tasks.
These capabilities are available alongside the library. Access requirements differ; reading and copying public content remain open to everyone.
Local network
The DataArk hotspot serves the library and local browser tools without internet. Internet pass-through is available only when the Ark has a working upstream connection.
Connection and pass-through guideFiles and storage
Copy public files through HTTP, read-only SMB or anonymous FTP. Authorized accounts can use SFTP and rsync. The SSD can be used on another compatible computer after a clean shutdown.
File access methodsA Linux computer and tools
With Linux login authorization, use the terminal for calculations, scripting, editing and local data work. Python 3, Git, archive utilities, nano, GCC and make are installed. Additional libraries or hardware may be needed for a particular task.
Open Settings → System → Terminal. It requires the Linux admin password and first-use HTTPS certificate review. The browser terminal was confirmed working over both the DataArk hotspot and home LAN on October 23, 2026.
Terminal access and certificate detailsExisting remote access
Checked October 23, 2026: AnyDesk is installed and running. The RDP desktop service (xrdp) is running on port 3389. SSH provides remote shell and file transfer on port 22.
Desktop logins and AnyDesk’s offline connection path have not been verified. VNC is available on port 5901 with encrypted Linux login. Windows RealVNC desktop access was confirmed over both the home LAN and DataArk hotspot. Classic rsh is not installed and is not being pursued.
VNC connection guide · Access inventory and current limitationsPaper, play and household tools
Generate printable paper, use household worksheets, play local games, or color a PDF on your device.
Learning at home · Paper studio · Play & color · Activity books & readinessSurvival, power and civic references
Read locally stored field guides, energy references and the dated U.S. Code snapshot. State and local coverage gaps are labeled.
Wilderness & power · Power planner · Laws & codes · Fill a PDF · Amateur callsign search · Radio exam practiceDiagnostics and repair
System status, local help, the Developer API and the Ark’s source code can help investigate faults or adapt the appliance without a cloud connection.
Local source and recovery guideCommunity and further uses
The local community board supports announcements, requests, offers and nested replies. Additional notebooks, shared workspaces, printing, sensing and equipment interfaces can build on the same platform.
Open the community boardKeep the library available
Peripheral use should preserve content access. Avoid exhausting storage, memory, power or network capacity. Keep private work off public shares. Shell access and changes to shared state require authorization because they can affect everyone.
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