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# PortaPack Guide
## Introduction
PortaPack is an add-on for the HackRF Software Defined Radio (SDR) platform that adds a touchscreen display, buttons, and additional functionality to transform it into a portable SDR device. There are many versions of PortaPack available on the market, created by different manufacturers, often with varying features such as larger screens, added charging capabilities, or different main chips due to price and availability.
This guide provides an overview of various PortaPack versions, their compatibility with Mayhem, and key differences between models. Please ensure you verify hardware compatibility with the vendor before purchasing, as manufacturers frequently change components without notice.
## Table of Contents
1. [PortaPack Versions Comparison](#portapack-versions-comparison)
2. [HackRF Information](#hackrf-information)
3. [Frequently Asked Questions](#faq)
4. [Detailed PortaPack Version Descriptions](#detailed-descriptions)
5. [Contributing](#contributing)
6. [References](#references)
There are many different versions of PortaPack, mainly due to Chinese companies putting their own take of the design such as adding a larger screen, adding charging or changing the main chip due to price and availability.
**Most manufactures changes components frequently without notifying anyone, thus you should always ask the vendor the compatibility of their hardware before you buy, even if a specific vendor/store/seller already has a lot of positive reviews.**
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> * **Any** versions of H3 are **incompatible** (we will never do support of this hardware), do not buy them as they're scam.
> * "H2+" and "H2 Plus" are different devices, even if their names sounds similar.
### Legend
- 👍 Compatible
- ❓ Compatibility unknown
- ✔️ Included
- 🚫 Not compatible
- ❤️ Recommended
# HackRF
If you want to support the original creators of the HackRF, we would highly recommend purchasing a GSG HackRF though one of their resellers listed here.
https://greatscottgadgets.com/hackrf/one/
![image](https://github.com/user-attachments/assets/a8c4dfe7-6a24-4b9d-beed-34ee9acfd298)
[<img src="https://github.com/user-attachments/assets/a8c4dfe7-6a24-4b9d-beed-34ee9acfd298">](https://greatscottgadgets.com/hackrf/one/)
# FAQ
Q: which one should I buy?
A: Please refer to the table above.
Q: Should I buy pre-assembled one or buy separately and assemble myself?
A: It depends on your skills, since if its the first time you assemble a device there might be something out of control. However, if you want an original/genuine Hackrf, buying them separately is your only choice.
Q: If the device from xxx works? If the device from xxx compatible? How do I know if the product in/from specific link/store/seller works/compatible?
A: Check the hints on the top of this page.
## FAQ
**Q: Which one should I buy?**
A: Please refer to the comparison table above.
**Q: Should I buy a pre-assembled unit or buy parts separately and assemble it myself?**
A: It depends on your skills. If its your first time assembling a device, there might be challenges. However, if you want an original/genuine HackRF, buying the parts separately is your only choice.
**Q: How do I know if the device from a specific vendor/store/seller works or is compatible?**
A: Check the hints at the top of this page and always verify compatibility with the vendor.