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# Remote Access via Wi-Fi Network

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Keep a spare Ethernet cable nearby. Use it if the Wi-Fi setup fails. Ethernet access lets you fix the network settings.
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Use this guide to connect an Aranet Pro/Pro Plus base station to local Wi-Fi. After setup, open the WebGUI from the same Wi-Fi network.

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### Collect your Wi-Fi (and optional IP) details

You will need:

* Wi-Fi network name (SSID)
* Security/encryption type (for example, WPA2-PSK)
* Wi-Fi password

If you must use a static IP address, also prepare:

* IP address (unused)
* Subnet mask
* Default gateway
* DNS server

<details>

<summary>Windows 10/11 (GUI): find SSID, security type, and IP settings</summary>

Go to **Start > Settings** and open **Network & Internet**.

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At **Network status**, click **Change adapter options**.

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Double-click the active **Wi-Fi** connection.

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Click **Details** and note:

* IPv4 Address
* Subnet Mask
* Default Gateway
* DNS Servers

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Click **Wireless Properties**.

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On **Connection**, note the SSID.

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On **Security**, tick **Show characters** and note:

* Security type
* Encryption type
* Network security key (password)

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<summary>Windows (Command Prompt): find IP settings and check a free static IP</summary>

Open Command Prompt and run:

* `ipconfig /all` (note IPv4 address, subnet mask, default gateway, DNS servers)

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Check the Wi-Fi authentication type and SSID:

* `netsh wlan show interfaces`

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If you plan to use a static IP, pick an unused address. Validate it with `ping`. Start with the same subnet. Change only the last octet.

Example: if your PC is `192.168.43.228`, test `192.168.43.229`.

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If you get replies, the IP is already in use:

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If you see **Destination host unreachable**, the address is likely unused:

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### Connect to the base station Wi-Fi access point

1. Disconnect your PC from the local Wi-Fi network.
2. Connect to the base station’s built-in Wi-Fi access point (SSID = base station name).
3. Open a browser and go to `http://192.168.206.100`.
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### Configure Wi-Fi client mode in WebGUI

1. Open **SYSTEM > NETWORK** and select the **WIFI** tab.
2. Set **Mode** to **Client**.
3. Set **Country** and **Power** (leave defaults if unsure).
4. Select (or enter) your local Wi-Fi **SSID**.
5. Select the matching **Encryption/Security** type.
6. Enter the Wi-Fi password.
7. Choose IP assignment:

   * **DHCP** (recommended for most networks)
   * **Static IP** (only if required by your network policy)

   If you use **Static IP**, fill in IP address, subnet mask, default gateway, and DNS server.
8. Click **Save**.

After saving, your connection to the base station access point will drop.

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### Reconnect and log in to the base station

1. Connect your PC back to the local Wi-Fi network.
2. Open the base station WebGUI:
   * If you configured a **static IP**, use that address.
   * If you used **DHCP**, check your router’s DHCP lease list. Or ask your network admin.

Example (static IP): `http://192.168.43.229`

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### Remote access from the Internet

Internet access requires a **public static IP address** and **port forwarding** on your router. Ethernet is the preferred interface for remote access.

See [Remote Access via Ethernet Network](/base-stations/base-stations/base-station-configuration/local-ip-network-setup/remote-access-via-ethernet-network.md) for the overview and an example URL format (`xx.xx.xx.xx:port`).


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