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 Subject :FCC Proposal to Lock Firmware.. 2015-09-19- 15:09:19 
KB5UGF
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Topic : FCC Proposal to Lock Firmware

I have yet to see anything on this board about the FCC's current proposal to start requiring manufacturers to lockdown the firmware on open-source wifi routers such as we use. They are talking about just the frequency range and power but the way the FCC words things and paints with such a broad brush this could have dire implications. It sounds like it could make it difficult or even impossible to install 3rd party firmware. This is still only currently a proposal and the FCC is taking public input on the subject until October 9. Any updates or fills on this subject would be appreciated. Here's a link to one article:

http://arstechnica.com/information-technology/2015/09/fcc-accused-of-locking-down-wi-fi-routers-but-the-truth-is-a-bit-murkier/

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 Subject :Re:Ubiquity.. 2015-09-19- 13:45:22 
ZL1BHD
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Topic : Ubiquity "error saving Setup"

I have the same problem. Ubiq 5.6.2 firmware, replaced with openwrt as per the instructions.

There is a warning on this page ; http://wiki.openwrt.org/toh/ubiquiti/airmaxm

*Special Firmware Note: AirOS XM.v5.5.X images used U-Boot 1.1.4.2-s594 (Dec 5 2012 - 15:23:07). The OpenWRT image can be successfully flashed onto these versions of firmware. However, in July 2015 Ubiquiti released a new version of firmware XM.v5.6.X. With this firmware a new U-Boot version was released, U-Boot 1.1.4.2-s956 (Jun 10 2015 - 10:54:50). The newer U-Boot version changes the memory size and starting address for rootfs, cfg, and EEPROM. LOADING AN OPENWRT IMAGE ON A U-Boot 1.1.4.2-s956 WILL CAUSE THE DEVICE TO BE BRICKED!!!

So this is a bit of a problem, and there will continue to be bricked devices, money down the flusher, and disheartened newbies until someone either rewrites the HOWTO or at least puts a warning on it.

Can someone attend to this right away please. In the meanwhile, I will attempt to unbrick with its serial port.

Thanks,

Steve

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 Subject :Re:Cannot save node name and password change.. 2015-09-19- 02:24:01 
wd4hxg
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Topic : Cannot save node name and password change

Thanks for the heads up. I will keep that in my list of tools.


I attempted to reload the original Ubiquiti firmware and in the process bricked the the device. I can put the device into recovery mode, upload a copy of the OEM firmware, receive the file success message and then the device reboots. However once it reboots there is no ping response for 192.168.1.20 nor does a sweep tool reveal an ip address other than the laptop 192.168.1.24 address. Keep finding errata in various locations but thus far no joy. I contacted Ubiquiti and they walked me through a few steps, then responded the device was toast and suggested buying a replacement. At least I solved my search for a replacement N connector for another Ubiquiti unit with type N connector that is broke. :-(

Again thanks es 73


Chuck

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 Subject :Re:Tips for problems when loading BBHN.. 2015-09-18- 18:29:04 
KD7MG
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Forum : Problems & Answers
Topic : Tips for problems when loading BBHN

During the flashing process, each time the Linksys (or Ubiquity) device goes through a reboot, briefly unplug your PC's LAN cable and plug it back in. This forces Windows to renegotiate an IP address from the device's built-in DHCP server, allowing "localnode:8080" to always work after every step.

And yes, ALWAYS have any WiFi adapter disabled while flashing, otherwise you WILL have to chase down any IP address change by hand, as you described.

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 Subject :Re:Cannot save node name and password change.. 2015-09-18- 18:13:07 
KD7MG
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Topic : Cannot save node name and password change

This has bit me as well. Here's the solution... When entering your new Node Name and/or Password, you MUST click away from any box you entered data in BEFORE it's accepted by the system. For me, it's usually the Verify Password box. After you click anywhere else, wait 1 or 2 seconds, THEN hit the Save Changes button and it should accept it.
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 Subject :Re:updating firmware.. 2015-09-17- 19:35:44 
kf7umc
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Topic : updating firmware

I think I'm just going to go up to 3.1. my next question is: what page(s) do I need to go look at about communicating with previous versions? (OK, I'm a little lazy and don't want to spend a bunch of time poking around if I don't have to)
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 Subject :Re:ETA of XW Platform firmware for NS M5.. 2015-09-13- 16:23:35 
kg7dgh
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Topic : ETA of XW Platform firmware for NS M5

Will there ever be a way to use the secondary port without the 802.1q switch? I have a nanostation m2 and I can confirm the secondary port still ignores untagged traffic.
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 Subject :updating firmware.. 2015-09-13- 10:37:23 
kf7umc
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Topic : updating firmware

I have a node that I set up a couple of years ago and never put it on the air, and looking to do so.  my question is my current version is 1.0.0, should I update to 3.0 or 3.1?

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 Subject :Re:Ethernet cable length.. 2015-09-13- 03:01:54 
w8erd
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Topic : Ethernet cable length

Sorry; "pre-made" not "remade".   Darn spelling corrector.


Bob W8ERD

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 Subject :Ethernet cable length.. 2015-09-13- 02:59:28 
w8erd
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Topic : Ethernet cable length

We need to make several long ethernet runs up tall towers for our mesh nodes. I know the specifiied maximum length is 100 meters or 328 feet.  Several companies sell remade cables 300 feet long. Outdoor  shielded cables.    Does anyone have experience using such long cables?  Are there any problems?

Using an ethernet repeater would be a significant hassle.

Thanks!


Bob W8ERD

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 Subject :Re:Introduction and Thanks.. 2015-09-12- 01:56:55 
AA1PR
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Topic : Introduction and Thanks

got mine up & running here talking to myself LOL also putting one in the rig so when I visit glennsfalls etc
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 Subject :Re:RASPBX advertised service.. 2015-09-11- 22:21:06 
KF5JIM
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Forum : Problems & Answers
Topic : RASPBX advertised service

You need another mesh node turned on and connected for any advertized service to appear. This is expected.
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 Subject :Re:Raspberry-Pi mesh node.. 2015-09-11- 08:50:38 
n8emr
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Topic : Raspberry-Pi mesh node

I was able to get a a PI mesh node up and running. Not sure I would use it for a traffic node but makes a low cost way to get a web server and various I/O into the mesh.
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 Subject :Re:Lynksis vs Ubiquiti Help Me Decide.. 2015-09-10- 14:53:24 
KE5TNO
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Topic : Lynksis vs Ubiquiti Help Me Decide

As long as we all agree that finally having a choice is an excellent problem to have, I'm good. I think there's a lot to gain from buying two $25 nodes from goodwill and linking them in your house and seeing how the mesh works and how you can tweak it. If you're trying to link into the actual mesh over RF, you better go with an outdoor mounted UBNT.
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 Subject :Good Source of used Ubiquiti equipment.. 2015-09-10- 06:27:59 
w8erd
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Topic : Good Source of used Ubiquiti equipment

I vouch for these guys. Have bought several items. They were at Dayton.

They are now selling used Bullet M2 for $50.

www.swginc.net

Bob W8ERD

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 Subject :Re:Remote Radio Control over MESH Node.. 2015-09-10- 03:54:39 
W7ACW
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Topic : Remote Radio Control over MESH Node

Must have had one eye closed and didn't see this one. Thanks
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 Subject :Re:Lynksis vs Ubiquiti Help Me Decide.. 2015-09-10- 02:16:26 
K5KTF
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Forum : General
Topic : Lynksis vs Ubiquiti Help Me Decide

Many people now discount the older WRT54's in favor of the newer and better Ubiquiti gear.

As Alan said, WRTs are still QUITE useful for local use, as an access into the mesh, for adding services to the mesh (web, chat, mail, file server, etc). They were made for close-in usage.

But as Darryl points to Clints page, UBNT gear is made to go the long haul. They are designed for the long distances and therefore have better radios and the software is much better at the timing and other issues that come with long shots.

Here locally, we are FINALLY building out a big network, and for the really long hops, we dont even flash to BBHN firmware, but use the stock AirOS as transparent links, and then hang BBHN-flashed gear off the ends for connectivity. The BBHN gear sees the transparent links basically as a CAT5 cable, so you dont lose overhead in the hops.

So it all depends on what you want to do. If it is just tabletop exercise, then WRTs will work just fine and are seriously inexpensive and plentiful. If you want to connect buildings across town, go with UBNT.

73 & Happy Meshing!

Jim

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 Subject :Re:Remote Radio Control over MESH Node.. 2015-09-10- 01:54:39 
K5KTF
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Topic : Remote Radio Control over MESH Node

Check out this page... http://hsmm-mesh.org/applications-for-the-mesh/158-remote-control-hf-rig-over-mesh.html
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 Subject :Remote Radio Control over MESH Node.. 2015-09-09- 18:04:09 
W7ACW
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Topic : Remote Radio Control over MESH Node

I was wondering if anyone has or knows if we can remote control radios over a mesh node using VOIP.

I have an situation that this question has come up. This setup can be used via an internet connection using voip, so we were wondering if the same could be done on a mesh node.

I am new at this mesh node stuff and am trying to learn what I can and can't do with it.

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 Subject :Re:setting up a gateway.. 2015-09-09- 14:27:09 
HP2AT
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Topic : setting up a gateway

Look for the info on this link: Integrating HSMM-MESH into an existing network http://ohiopacket.org/index.php/Integrating_HSMM-MESH_into_an_existing_network
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