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Hidden SSID's?

Drew Coleman

March 25, 2014 20:21

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Is it possible to connect an XD230 with the wifi module to a hidden wifi network (no passphrase)?

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  Lyndon March 28, 2014 23:53

  Yes, you can create setup files using the ssid, and leave the passphrase blank.

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  Drew Coleman March 31, 2014 14:28

  Okay that's good.

  But what about connecting to a network that doesn't broadcast the SSID? We have a hidden network at our offices that doesn't broadcast its SSID.

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  Lyndon March 31, 2014 15:08

  Well, if it didn't broadcast the ssid, you would have to know it ahead of time, and enter it as part of the setup. It doesn't matter if the network broadcasts so long as you know what the ssid is. 

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  Drew Coleman March 31, 2014 15:10

  Okay. I know the SSID. In my testing at our main office, it won't seem to connect to it. But if they do support connecting to a network not broadcasting the SSID, then it's likely an issue with our network.

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  Alex April 01, 2014 12:23

  Did you test the unit with other wifi network to make sure the wireless module is working? Describe the behavior of the wifi led on the side of the unit. Does it flash, stay lit permanently, or not active? What BrightAuthor and firmware version do you use? Zip and send us the setup files you used to configure the XD230 player.

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  Drew Coleman April 01, 2014 13:29

  It works on our guest network. The light flashes every few seconds. I've got the latest production releases of Bright Author and the firmware.