3.2. Guide to using ESP8266EX modules
3.2.1. Software Debugging Tools !
The following tools are recommended for debugging ESP8266EX modules. The user can
also choose to use other similar tools.
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Flash programming tools: FLASH_DOWNLOAD_TOOLS.exe (provided in the SDK)
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Serial Transfer tools: SecureCRTPortable.exe
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Network Debugging tools: NetAssist.exe
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3.2.2. Network Connections!
ESP8266EX has 2 types of network interface, softAP and station. Both can be used at the
same time. Depending on the user’s actual requirements:
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SoftAP interface:
Mobile phone or PC acts as station, connects to ESP8266EX through softAP
interface. PC can connect to ESP8266EX serial port for debugging info.
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Station interface:"
ESP8266EX acts as station, connects to router (AP). PC can connect to ESP8266EX
serial port for debugging info.
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3.2.3. Default Connection Parameters!
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Default SSID: ESP_XXXXXX
(XXXXXX are the last 6 characters of module’s MAC address)
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Default Encryption: WPA/WPA2
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Default Serial Parameters: 74880, 8, 1, None
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Default Mode: SoftAP
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Default IP Address: 192.168.4.1"