What is the correct way to physically connect a Raspberry Pi Camera Module to the Raspberry Pi board?

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Raspberry Pi - Camera Module

AInsert the camera ribbon cable into the CSI port with the metal contacts facing the HDMI port

BPlug the camera USB cable into any USB port on the Raspberry Pi

CConnect the camera via the GPIO pins using jumper wires

DAttach the camera to the Ethernet port using an adapter

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Locate the CSI port on the Raspberry Pi
The Camera Serial Interface (CSI) port is a small slot near the HDMI port designed for camera ribbon cables.
Step 2: Insert the camera ribbon cable correctly
The metal contacts on the ribbon cable should face the HDMI port when inserted into the CSI port to ensure proper connection.
Final Answer:
Insert the camera ribbon cable into the CSI port with the metal contacts facing the HDMI port -> Option A
Quick Check:
Physical connection = Correct cable orientation [OK]

Quick Trick: Always align metal contacts toward HDMI port when inserting camera cable [OK]

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