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AP mode supports routing between clients. Clients can ping each other via the AP module and can also send data to each other
over TCP and UDP.
set sys iofunc 0x70 -
enables alternative functions
set wlan linkmon 60 -
enables link monitor feature required for alternative functions
The link monitor feature must be enabled to turn on the alternative functions in soft AP mode only. The table below shows the
GPIO alternative functions.
GPIO
Description
GPIO
Role in alternative function
GPIO4
High when the first client associates; low when all clients leave the network
GPIO5
WiSnap module can drive it high to open a TCP connection to a stored host. When the
module drives GPIO5 low, it closes the TCP connection
GPIO6
WiSnap module drives it high when a TCP connection is open; low when TCP connection
is closed
17 WI-FI Protected Setup (WPS)
Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) is a standard for easy and secure establishment of a wireless home network. This standard was
created by the Wi-Fi Alliance launched on January 8, 2007.
The goal of WPS protocol is to simplify the process of configuring security on wireless networks. The protocol is meant to allow
home users who know little of wireless security and may be intimidated by the available security options to configure Wi-Fi
Protected Access, which is support by all newer Wi-Fi certified devices (but not older Wi-Fi devices).
The most common mode of WPS is the Push Button Mode (PBC) in which the user simply pushes a button on both the access
point and the wireless client (e.g., the WiSnap module).
The module supports the WPS feature in firmware version 2.28 and higher. To upgrade to the current firmware version and
download the WPS application, refer to the WPS application note on the manufacturer’s support page at
http://www.rovingnetworks.com/Support_Overview
.
NOTE:
Modules that ship with firmware version 2.28 or higher already have the WPS application. You can confirm
whether your module has the application using the
ls
command.
