Berlin:Firmware:En:Howto
Welcome to the Freifunk Firmware Howto.
In this document you will find instructions about how to set up a Freifunk Router.
Die Deutsche version dieses Dokuments findet man bei Berlin:Firmware:Howto.
Choose a Router
The first decision you have to make once you decide to take part in Freifunk is to choose a router that fits you needs and budget. A list of supported routers can be found in the artilce Berlin:Firmware#WLAN-Router. Make sure to pay attention to any footnotes.
Request IP Addresses
In order to configure the router, it is necessary to IP address at config.berlin.freifunk.net. The IP Addresses are necessary for Friefunk routers to Mesh as well as to access the Internet.
Choose a Firmware Image
Please read Firmware Image Types to learn about the many different options and what they mean. Also in this document you will find instructions to request OpenVPN Certificates.
Install/Upgrade the Freifunk Firmware on the Router
Download the firmware for your router model at Berlin:Firmware#WLAN-Router.
- Instructions on installing the Freifunk Firmware on a new router can be found in the article Berlin:Firmware:En:Howto:Flash. After installing the Firmware on your router, follow the Firmware Assistant Howto.
- Instructions on upgrading the Freifunk Firmware can be found in the article Berlin:Firmware:En:Howto:Upgrade.
Explore your Freifunk Router
- TODO: The OLSR Status Pages
- TODO: The Statistics
- TODO: OLSR Services
Make a Backup or Restore
Learn how to make a backup or restore a previous configuration.
As long as you have a backup available, it is save to try things in Berlin:erweiterte_Konfiguration.
Help
Visit the FAQ. If you don't find your answers, you can always write to the mailing list
