description: The official Meshtastic guide to get you started fast.
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## 1. Select hardware
If you haven't already purchased hardware, [find supported hardware](/docs/hardware/devices/index.mdx)
## 2. Connect Device
:::danger STOP! Put The Power Cable Down!
Never power on the radio without attaching an antenna as doing so may damage the radio chip!
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### Verify Data Cable
Some cables only support _charging_. Verify that your cable is also capable of _transferring data_ before proceeding. To verify, try connecting it to another device (like a phone) to see if you can copy a file to or from it.
