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[Rajen]

I've seen a few topics about WiFi solutions on Netduino/Netduino Plus, but I'm not quite clear on what's the best solution right now to get a Netduino/Netduino Plus connected with WiFi. Is there a shield that has a proper driver now already? If not, what is a good, inexpensive, small WiFi bridge that works? Thanks for the clarification!

[SirPoonga]

For my project I am using a generation 1 Fonera router. What's nice about this router is it takes 5V input (and there are hacks to bypass the voltage regular and use 3.3v input).



Asus has some small networking equipment. I would think any small wireless bridge or router would work. The advantage is you aren't taking up any I/O pins on the netduino. The disadvantage is it isn't a shield.

Here are some small Asus routers (WL-530g, WL-330g):

[JonnyBoats]

For my project I am using a generation 1 Fonera router. What's nice about this router is it takes 5V input (and there are hacks to bypass the voltage regular and use 3.3v input).

I assume you are not using the Fonera as a router but rather have hacked it to be a bridge? Can you please provide more details about your setup?

Thanks.

[SirPoonga]

I am using it as a router so my ipod can control my project via a webpage. I installed DD-WRT on the fonera. With that you can make it do anything.

[Rajen]

Thanks for the info, I guess I'll try to find a cheap la Fonera router!