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Getting Started with Wi-Fi HaLow Mini PCIe Module

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[davefes]

Is a Raspberry Pi 4 model B with 1GB too small?

[nfs0619]

Hello, the 1GB version may encounter memory shortages. Therefore, we recommend using the 4GB or higher version mentioned in the tutorial to ensure a smoother experience.

[davefes]

Thanks for that.

[hobaekim]

You want to develop a product using the Wio-WM6180 Wi-Fi HaLow mini-PCIe Module. What is the Mini PCIe to PCIe Adapter used in the example page using the Raspberry Pi 4 and where can I purchase it?

[nfs0619]

Hello, you can purchase it through this link (WM1302 Pi HAT). We will also update this link in the Wiki for your reference. Thank you for your feedback!

[cyberumut]

im using CM4-IO-WIRELESS-BASE and i installed openwrt on CM.

i got this error

"RPCError
RPC call to uci/get {"config":"wireless"} failed with ubus code 4: Resource not found
at ClassConstructor.handleCallReply (http://10.42.0.1/luci-static/resources/rpc.js?v=EsHGVCUDe8fFd:15:3)
" it like doesnt work pcie halow module

[limengdu]

Recommended to use Raspberry Pi 4B, other products have not been verified

[pauleffect90]

Probably a dumb question, since I saw there's a dropdown for configuring the frequency, but just to be sure: is the halow kit (ap and station) usable in europe? 868 Mhz?

[pauleffect90]

Sorry, forgot to add, i can't seem to find a pinout anywhere for the station (sku 109100041). Is there any schematic (or even a pinout available)? Id like to use it with a STM32 + MM IoT SDK.

[pauleffect90]

Please disregard the above comment. Apparently I'm too dumb to look a couple lines higher, where the relevant docs are posted. My father weeps with shame.

[nfs0619]

No worries! If you encounter any other issues while using the product, feel free to contact our technical support team at techsupport@seeed.io. They can provide faster and more accurate assistance.

[spereg53]

after 2 or 3 minutes disconnect an client halow from halow accespoint that is in bridge mode with ethernet,can you helpme ,thankas

[nfs0619]

Hello,
To help us better assist you, we recommend that you send more detailed information — such as your operation steps, logs, or any other relevant details — to our technical support team at techsupport@seeed.io.
With this information, our technical support will be able to provide you with faster and more detailed guidance. Thank you for your understanding and support.

[pierluigizagaria]

As far as I understood this cannot be used in europe because the Wio-WM6180 Wi-Fi HaLow mini-PCIe Module uses the Quectel FGH100M-H module that operates in the 902–928 MHz frequencies. Is there any plan to make another mini-PCIe Module that uses the Quectel FGH100M (without H) that operates in the 850–950 MHz? In this way we could use this technology even in europe

[prikkur]

Did you find a solution ? I plan to use a Raspberry pi 5 along with the Wio-WM6180 Wi-Fi HaLow mini-PCIe Module also in europe.

[andrewflash]

I see that in schematic, the MOD_WAKEUP_IN and MOD_BUSY have DNP resistor (R10 and R17). Does it mean I cannot use WAKEUP and BUSY pin as default? Is there any reason why the MOD_WAKEUP_IN and MOD_BUSY not connected to the board as default?

[ReKST-117]

Hi, please contact us at techsupport@seeed.io for more help.

[IGotThePaower]

Hi! I would like to confirm whether the WM1302 Raspberry Pi HAT can support the Seeed Studio Wio-WM6180 Wi-Fi HaLow mini-PCIe module when connected to a Raspberry Pi 5.

[nfs0619]

The WM1302 Raspberry Pi HAT has only one mini-PCIe slot, so the WM1302 and Wio-WM6180 cannot be used at the same time. However, each module can be used individually with the HAT.

[IGotThePaower]

Hi! Thank you for the clarification. Actually, my main concern is whether the WM1302 Raspberry Pi HAT will work properly with the Raspberry Pi 5, since the tutorial only mentions compatibility with the Raspberry Pi 4 (4GB). I’m still a newbie, so I just want to make sure before setting it up. Thanks in advance for your help!

[ReKST-117]

Hi, exactly. The Hat can be used on Raspberry Pi 5 as the 40GPIO definition are the same. Thanks!

[Florisvv]

Is it fully necessary to use a raspberry pi if I only want the Wio-WM6108 with it's WM1302 Pi hat to be used as an Access Point where my seedstudio wifi halow module would connect as an STA (a client)? Sorry if it's a dumb question, I just saw that the Pi hat has an USB C connector and I was wondering if I can program or control it through it, thank you.

[pauleffect90]

the halow module is host based. as in "it does nothing by itself". It needs to be actively driven by an external host.

The morse micro dudes have two SDKs. One for MCUs (which is limited to STA only), and one for MPUs (most commonly, a PI 4), which can be an AP or a STA.

So, no. You can't program it and have it run solo.

[Florisvv]

Oh, I see, thanks for the clarification. Yes I was trying to put the wifi halow module + xiao esp32s3 sense in AP mode and i couldn't do that with the morse micro SDK because i later found it's limited to STA. That's why I bought the pi hat and the PCI module. Again thank you for the quick answer and pointing everything out. One last thing, if it's host driven by the Raspberry pi, what is the usb-c port used for on the pi hat? Thank you very much!

[nfs0619]

Sorry for the late reply! The USB-C port on the WM1302 Pi Hat comes from our original design, which supported both SPI and USB versions of the WM1302 LoRaWAN® module. The USB-C connector is specifically for the USB version of the WM1302. Here is the wiring diagram we used for that design:

[cyberumut]

i would like to use with R110x is it possible ? what should i do ?

[nfs0619]

Hi, in theory it should be possible to use this with the R110x, but we haven’t developed or tested an example for this combination yet. We recommend posting your requirements on our official forum (https://forum.seeedstudio.com/) to get help from other developers.

[miziacz]

are there plans for releasing a version of Wio-WM6180 and Wi-Fi HaLow Transceiver with frequencies allowed in Europe (~868MHz)?

[grilliiiiii]

are there plans for releasing a version of Wio-WM6180 and Wi-Fi HaLow Transceiver with frequencies allowed in Europe (~868MHz)?

We will share your suggestions internally. However, at this time, there are no similar plans.

[jablonsa]

How do i fix the "The BCF file on this device must be specified via UCI as the board type isn't set in the OTP bits. Currently, your HaLow device is using the non-functional failsafe BCF."

[xqeater]

this is a problem i am also having

[8SK3PS8]

Did you guys eventually figure this out?

[nfs0619]

Hi,

We haven’t been able to reproduce this issue so far. Please contact our technical support team at techsupport@seeed.io and include your operation steps and any relevant logs. Our engineers will provide faster and more detailed assistance.

Thank you.

[limengdu]

This error can be ignored and does not affect the normal functionality

[Rohit221005]

I have a doubt that which image needs to be flashed into the pi 4. From the github repository you have given, it has openwrt-morse-2.7-dev-morse-micro-ekh01-squashfs-sysupgrade.img. Does this image is suitable for raspberry pi 4, WM1302 HAT and WM6108 HaLow modules. I am unable to get the desktop version and can have console with this image.

[Kian-kang]

This image file contains the firmware for the WM6108 WiFi Halow module on the Raspberry Pi 4. You can flash it with confidence by following the instructions in the wiki tutorial.

[mrmabs]

Any chance of getting an updated image, instructions on how to build my own or a regdb update for this? The Australian channels (which changed before this image was released) in this image don't align with the 802.11-2024 and 802.11-REVMF channels in the XIAO firmware. I can switch to US and go with a channel that is valid in Australia, but I'd prefer not to. Otherwise, I'm really impressed with how well Halow works. I have managed to get a XIAO Halow board to work as an AP and can see it from a few km away in an urban setting.

I have updated fgh100 & mm6108 firmwares with newer versions, and they do "work", but the OpenWRT front end still thinks Australia is the old channels, so can't set the AP properly.

[simonhermansen]

Thanks for the guide, I managed to set my RPi4B in monitor mode.
How were you able to compile/build the image? I wanted to play around with the morse_driver and make some changes which means that I would no longer be able to use the prebuilt image but rather compile openwrt myself. I've been trying with no luck as the whole process is very confusing to me.
What steps would I need to take to ensure that changes to morse_driver are included in the openwrt image such that it would still work on my RPi4B?