Ethernet Daughterboard?
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I've seen it mentioned a few times on the forums, but I was just wondering if there is an option yet to purchase the ethernet daughterboard. I want to convert my Duet Wifi to a ethernet version. I have a hot air gun and do quite a bit of reflow work, so it shouldn't be too bad.
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Send an email to info at duet3d.com with your enquiry.
FYI I now have a couple of samples of the ESP-07S wifi module with external antenna, which I intend to try in the Duet WiFi.
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Just sent an email, thanks!
Off topic, but can I ask where you learned so much about ARM development?
I have gone through your code quite a bit, and how you managed to integrate ASF with Eclipse I don't think I'll ever understand. Do you have any books that you would recommend?
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@David may I ask what is the actual ESP version you are using on the current Duet Wifi boards?
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Mine has the ESP8266
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Ah. Well the chip is the same exact thing shown here:
https://www.adafruit.com/product/2471And based on what I kind find showing the different versions (and the KiCad schematic on Github) - I believe it is an ESP12.
The schematic says ESP-12E
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It's an ESP-12F on current Duet WiFi boards.
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With my current wifi woes, id prefer an ethernet version, although i have confidence the wifi will be solved eventually.
It does lead one to dream of a future duet version where the wifi/ethernet portion is swap-able. Each on a daughter-board that attaches so one can switch at a later date with a nominal cost if their situation and requirements change..
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For the next generation Duet (Duet N2G) we're looking at the possibility of offering both WiFi and Ethernet on one board.
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That would be the ideal - Ethernet where there is a fixed installation and Wi-fi elsewhere.
That said, the latest firmware iterations have had a lot more stable connections so looking forwards to the best of both worlds!
