Operator FAQ

Can I use Kaonic standalone?

It is an OEM/integrator radio. You can run a kit on the bench. Finished-product CE/FCC is not automatic. Regulatory

Does it need the internet or GPS?

No for mesh routing. Overview

SSID is not Kaonic-XXXX.

Current images use Kaonic /{serial-suffix}/. First boot

Which SSH service does Kaonic use?

The image uses Dropbear. Hardening

Default SSH password?

root / root on 192.168.10.1 until changed. Change it.

Device does not boot.

Power 5–15 V ≥2 A; BOOT SEL in normal for your revision; r24 needs the SD. Reset is not enough after moving switches. Boot straps · No boot

No mesh.

Antennas first; same channel plan; kaonic-commd running. First mesh · No RF

How do I open the dashboard?

Hold power about 8 seconds until the LED is green, wait about one minute, then open http://192.168.10.1/ on the Kaonic Wi-Fi or the USB Ethernet link. First boot · Dashboard

How do I write a new microSD?

r24 only: extract the .raw image, write it with balenaEtcher (32 GB card recommended), insert the card, boot with normal straps. r30 uses USB flashing, not a card. Flashing

How do I update?

Plugins via the gateway. Full operating-system updates use the matching board image. Updates