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Tutorials for setting up Mesh Networks
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  1. questionHow to Flash Open Mesh (and all Compatible) Routers:
    Updated March 8th, 2010 to r2690 Open Mesh routers can be reflashed and any of the devices on our "Compatible Solutions" page can be flashed to open-mesh firmware and used in mesh networks. Feature sets are identical letting you chose the appropriate hardware for your installation. Note that ...

  2. questionUsing the Wiligear WBD-500
    The Wiligear WBD500 can be easily flashed to work as an open-mesh compatible mesh node. First, follow the instructions in the following article to reflash the firmware: Flashing Open-Mesh Routers Then to add it to the dashboard, use the MAC2 address listed on the back of the device: There are ...

  3. questionOpen-Mesh Roadmap
    We want to share our plans for the coming weeks and months so you can know where Open-Mesh.com is headed. Our goal is to provide the most solid, flexible, open solution and accessories for low-cost WiFi mesh networks. Hardware and Accessories New Mini Router. Now Available! The new OM1P Mesh ...

  4. questionUsing the Dashboard
    Introduction Open-Mesh provides a free administration, alerting and mapping system called the "dashboard". It allows you to configure the SSIDs, splash page, passwords, and user bandwith for your network. You can also see how your network is doing at a glance. Here is an example dashboard sta ...

  5. questionUsing your own RADIUS server
    The open-mesh routers are shipped with the CoovaChilli software (http://coova.org/wiki/index.php/CoovaChilli). This software provides authentication and restricted network access to WiFi network clients. For instance, suppose you are managing a wireless network in a hotel. The open-mesh nodes a ...

  6. questionUsing Static IP addresses for client devices
    Normally, client computers and devices receive their addresses from Open-Mesh nodes via DHCP. But in some cases, such as with wireless printers or cameras, it can be helpful to use a static IP address. This can be done, but currently requires setting a unique SSID for each node in your mesh ...

  7. questionMesh Network Planning
    Planning & Installation Guide for Open-Mesh Networks Introduction It is now easy for anyone to extend their wireless coverage throughout their home, school or share with neighbors in an apartment complex. It should take you no more than a few minutes to do it, even if you consider the exten ...