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Do the cfstix and etherstix expansion boards have a power jack?
Yes, etherstix does have a power jack. However, cfstix does NOT have a power jack.

cfstix takes power via the gumstix connex platform, which would need to be connected to an expansion board on the 60-pin connector side which offers power.

For power on the 60-pin side, the choices include a waysmall, which has it's own power jack or a USB powered board. Remember to check the FAQ 109 and 110 to prevent any conflicts when connecting boards on both sides of the gumstix connex platform.

Are there any ribbons available for connecting into the gumstix platforms?
Not at this time, but the idea has been submitted to gumstix engineering.