Unable to update Python in my Octopi. Followed the instructions on this page OctoPrint.org - Download & Setup OctoPrint
to the letter (including using updated Raspberry Pi imager) and it did not work. Now the bigger problem is I cannot connect to my Octopi even using the old microSD card
What did you already try to solve it?
Tried rebooting the Octopi 3 times
Removed new flashed SD card and replace with my previously functioning SD card (did not work)
Ran AngryIP scanner and I do not see an IP address for my Octopi any longer
@Ewald_Ikemann Hi, thanks for the tips. I uploaded the file.
Also, update: my octopi now works again with my old SD card. But I'm still stuck at this part
While the "Outdated Python" warning is ominous, you are not in danger until OctoPrint 1.12 is released.
Keep your old SD card, run an OctoPrint backup, and download it to your desktop.
Give us some details on the new SD card. What version of the imager? What image did you download? Did you "customize" the image? Did you change the hostname? Keeping the hostname the same is preferred.
You may have to reboot your DHCP server (usually your router) and then reboot the RPi if it doesn't show up.
With the additional information, we can hopefully troubleshoot and get things moving in the right direction.
What is the RPi's hostname with your old SD card? What username are you using? Are you using Ethernet or WiFi for your network connection? I'm guessing WiFi.
The OS Customizations allow you to set the hostname (use the same one), username (recommended to use "pi" or the same as the old one), the password for the OS (your choice), the WiFi credentials (don't forget the country), the locale, and under Services, enable SSH.
After flashing the "customized" image, it should boot and join your WiFi network. If it does not, then you can try an ethernet cable and if that doesn't work, then you will need an HDMI monitor and a USB cable.
If the RPi successfully joins your network, then connecting to the RPi with a browser should show the OctoPrint first run page. On this page you can upload the saved backup file and you should be in business. Remember that the OctoPi username and password and the OctoPrint username and password are most likely different. Use the OctoPi credentials to log in via SSH and the OctoPrint credentials to log into the web page(s).
Without a monitor (and keyboard), we can only guess what state the RPi is in. The best guess is that WiFi networking didn't start, most likely caused by bad settings.
An ethernet (wired) connection doesn't need any settings (so they can't be "bad"). The RPi should connect to your LAN. At this point you can use SSH to login to OctoPi or a browser to connect to OctoPrint.
If the RPi doesn't connect to your LAN via the ethernet cable, then a monitor (and keyboard) will be needed to troubleshoot.
Once you have a network connection, we can help you with SSH commands to fix the WiFi credentials.
Ok, it appears I have a network collection via ethernet
I went into raspi-config and updated the network settings to my wifi SSID and password
Did not receive any response/confirmation that this worked or fixed the issue
I'm still connected to ethernet
Should I unplug the ethernet now?
Just to update further.
When I rebooted via ethernet, it asked me if I wanted to restore my backup, which I did successfully (apparently).
That's when I went into raspi-config and adjusted the network settings, which seemed to work.
I disconnected from SSH and unplugged the ethernet cable.
I ran AngryIP scanner and was able to find the octopi via WiFi (with newly flashed SD card)
I am now able to connect to the pi via Wifi, and best of all, no more ominous warnings about Python!
Thanks so much for your help. I just needed a bit of guidance and was able to follow thru at the end.
It's been a few years since I was more familiar with a lot of the inner tech, so just needed to dust off the cobwebs in my brain. Thanks again!
