Can the Arduino Nano RP2040 Connect be powered by 3.3 V input instead of 5 V input? I know that it operates on 3.3 V, but wonder if it needs 5 V for any of its peripherals. I would like to run it by supplying 3.3 V directly from a battery and a 3.3 V buck converter.

I hooked up a battery and a 3.3 V buck converter. That 3.3 V supply is connected to the 3.3 V pin on the board and it works just fine. BTW, I disconnect this approach when plugging in the USB for programming as it could have an issue with it's internal regulator trying to create 3.3. V from 5 V on …

Arduino Nano RP2040 Connect, 3.3 V power

Official Hardware Nano Family Nano RP2040 Connect

Dozie November 22, 2022, 10:07am 3

Stick with the recommended VIN input, see below

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Arduino Nano RP2040 Connect, 3.3 V power

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