Enable Wi-Fi¶

After installing FreeDi, the Wi-Fi dongle may not be enabled by default.

This is because there are different wifi dongles used with this printer series, and QIDI likely pre-installs them. Since I do not have this option, the driver for the specific wifi dongle must be installed manually, followed by switching the device from "mass storage mode" to Wi-Fi operational mode using usb_modeswitch, along with other necessary adjustments.

To simplify this process, I have created an installation script that automates all the necessary steps.

Steps to activate wifi¶

1. Run the Installation Script:

   To start the process, open the terminal and enter:

   cd ~/FreeDi && ./install.sh
   

2. Choose the Correct Mainboard:

   • Initially, you will be asked if you have an original QIDI mainboard.
     This is a safety mechanism for users who may have installed a different mainboard, as the script could overwrite certain settings.
     
   • If you have a QIDI mainboard (99% of you), type Y (yes).

3. Enter the User Password:

   • After selecting your mainboard, you will need to enter the password for the user (default: makerbase).

4. Wi-Fi Dongle Setup:

   • Once the script completes, your Wi-Fi dongle will be activated and configured.

5. Connect to Wi-Fi:

   • Go to "Gear Icon" -> Network
     

   You can now view the list of available Wi-Fi networks on the display and connect to your preferred network.