Start with a room server¶
A room server keeps a shared room available. It does not replace a repeater; use a repeater for routing and coverage.
Before you start¶
- Confirm the flasher offers room-server firmware for the device.
- Decide who will maintain the room and retain recovery access.
- Record any identity or settings you need before following an erase step.
- Prepare separate guest and administrator credentials.
Know what flashing changes¶
The linked guide replaces the firmware and sets room-server identity, access credentials, and radio settings.
Setup checklist
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Flash the room server¶
Follow Flash and configure a room server. Use that guide for device selection, flashing, access setup, and recovery.
Use the right radio settings¶
Use USA/Canada (Recommended) with the 3-byte path setting unless your community lists different settings.
Match your local mesh
Check the community directory. If your community publishes different settings, use those settings instead.
Keep administrator credentials private. Share only the guest access information intended for room users.
Make sure it works¶
The room server is ready when:
- a nearby companion discovers its advert;
- the companion can enter with the guest credentials; and
- the administrator can still recover and maintain it.
Use the room-server verification checklist.
What's next¶
Record who maintains the room and how users get support. Ask a nearby community member to test it from a second companion. Recheck discovery and guest access after firmware, credential, or radio-setting changes. If discovery or access fails, get help.