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· Wired: Connect StellarMate to your LAN via Ethernet. You can access

it like any other device on your network. You can use Network

Discovery tools on your operating system (e.g. Avahi/Bonjour) to

detect it as it advertises its services over the network.

· Wireless: Use StellarMate App for Android and iOS to connect to

your gadget.

17.5. Should I upgrade to Ubuntu 18.04 on StellarMate?

No. Upgrading to 18.04 will likely break your system. Please wait until

there is an official StellarMate OS image with 18.04 support.

17.6. What programs can be used to control StellarMate?

There are many mobile and desktop applications that you can use to

control StellarMate. For a complete list, please check INDI Clients page.

However, only Ekos and StellarMate App are officially supported.

17.7. What is the default username and password for StellarMate OS?

username: stellarmate

password: smate

17.8. How can I reset WiFi? How can I reset to Factory Defaults?

To reset StellarMate, use VNC or connect via HDMI and click on

the StellarMate Tools icon on the desktop as illustrated below:

After clicking the icon, a small window shall pop up with two buttons:

· Network Reset: Click this button to reset WiFi settings in case you

have issues accessing the unit via WiFi or HotSpot. It will restore

StellarMate to HotSpot mode.

· Factory Reset: Click this button to reset all settings, including WiFi.

This action is irreversible! Please make sure to back up any important

data on the SD card!