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PiCUA gives AI agents control over virtual storage devices that can be connected to physical computers.

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What is MSD? [illustration]

MSD stands for Mass Storage Device. It’s like a virtual USB drive or CD that PiCUA can connect to a computer. This allows AI agents to:
  • Install software from files
  • Boot computers from different operating systems
  • Transfer files to and from computers
  • Mount virtual drives

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Storage Commands

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Upload Files

Send files to the PiCUA device for later use. Command: upload file "setup.exe"
  • Uploads setup.exe to PiCUA storage
Command: upload file "data.csv" --folder "documents"
  • Uploads file to specific folder
Command: upload url "https://example.com/installer.iso"
  • Downloads file from internet to PiCUA

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List Files

See what files are available in PiCUA storage. Command: list files
  • Shows all available files
Command: list files --folder "images"
  • Shows files in specific folder
Command: list files --type iso
  • Shows only ISO files

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Device Control

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Connect Virtual Drive

Connect a virtual storage device to the computer. Command: connect "windows.iso"
  • Connects Windows ISO as virtual drive
Command: connect "data.zip" --type zip
  • Connects ZIP file as virtual drive
Command: connect "backup.img" --readonly
  • Connects as read-only drive

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Disconnect Drive

Remove virtual drive from computer. Command: disconnect
  • Disconnects current virtual drive
Command: disconnect --force
  • Forces immediate disconnection

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Check Connection Status

See if virtual drive is currently connected. Command: status
  • Shows connection status
Command: status --detailed
  • Shows detailed connection info

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Real-World Examples

[illustration]

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Install New Operating System

upload url "https://ubuntu.com/ubuntu-22.04.iso"
list files
connect "ubuntu-22.04.iso"
wait "Boot Menu" 10000
press F12
wait "Boot Options" 5000
press Down
press Enter
wait "Install Ubuntu" 60000

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Software Installation

upload file "software.exe"
connect "software.exe"
wait "Setup Wizard" 15000
click "Next"
click "Next"
click "Install"
wait "Installation Complete" 120000
click "Finish"
disconnect

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File Transfer

upload file "report.pdf"
connect "report.pdf"
wait "File Explorer" 10000
move 200 150
click left
type "report.pdf"
press Enter
wait 5000
disconnect

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System Backup

connect "backup.img"
wait "Backup Tool" 10000
click "Start Backup"
wait "Backup Complete" 300000
screenshot --save backup_complete.png
disconnect

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How It Works

  1. AI Agent decides what files to use
  2. PiCUA uploads or prepares virtual drive
  3. Hardware connects virtual drive to computer
  4. Computer sees drive as if it’s real hardware
  5. AI Agent controls the virtual drive

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Why This Matters

  • Virtual Hardware: Create drives that don’t physically exist
  • Remote Installation: Install software from anywhere
  • Multiple Systems: Use different operating systems
  • File Management: Transfer files without network
  • Boot Options: Start computers from different sources

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File Types Supported

  • ISO Files: Operating system installers
  • IMG Files: Disk images
  • ZIP Files: Compressed archives
  • Executable Files: Software installers
  • Data Files: Documents, images, videos

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Safety Features

  • Read-Only Mode: Prevent accidental file changes
  • Connection Limits: Only one drive at a time
  • File Validation: Check files before connecting
  • Safe Disconnect: Ensure proper cleanup

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Next Steps