Wi-Fi HaLow
Sub-GHz Wi-Fi designed for longer range and better penetration than conventional 2.4 or 5 GHz Wi-Fi.
Independent exploration • OpenMANET
EXPLORE OPENMANET.
When LoRa is not enough, Wi-Fi HaLow starts getting very interesting.
OpenMANET is an independent project that uses Wi-Fi HaLow, OpenWrt, 802.11s and BATMAN-V to build a self-forming IP mesh. Instead of focusing on tiny text packets, it can carry normal IP traffic across a long-range mesh.
Different class of network.
Meshtastic and MeshCore are LoRa-focused messaging ecosystems. OpenMANET is closer to building a long-range wireless LAN that can route normal IP applications.
No Bars Club is not affiliated with OpenMANET.
Why it matters
AN ACTUAL IP MESH OVER SUB-GHZ RADIO.
OpenMANET uses 802.11ah Wi-Fi HaLow for the RF link and BATMAN-V over 802.11s for dynamic mesh routing.
Self-forming routes
BATMAN-V continuously evaluates paths so the network can reroute as links or nodes change.
Normal applications
Clients can use ordinary IP networking through local Wi-Fi or Ethernet while HaLow carries traffic between mesh points.
Independent creator resource
SEE OPENMANET BEING SET UP.
Sometimes a ten minute video saves an hour of staring at documentation. This resource is independently created and included for education only.
BuildsByShane — Wi-Fi HaLow Open MaNet: Getting Started
A practical walkthrough covering the OpenMANET concept, Wi-Fi HaLow hardware, setup files, installation and the Mesh Gate / Mesh Point approach. Some of the demonstrated hardware uses a Raspberry Pi, so treat it as an architecture and setup reference rather than the only recommended build path.
Independent creator resource. No Bars Club claims no ownership of this video, and inclusion does not imply a partnership or endorsement.
Keep exploring
OTHER NETWORKING PROJECTS.
LibreMesh, Yggdrasil and AREDN approach resilient or community networking from different layers and use cases.
Independent resilient networks
RETICULUM AND OPENMANET SOLVE DIFFERENT PROBLEMS.
Reticulum explores resilient networking across different link types. OpenMANET focuses on building a high-bandwidth IP MANET over Wi-Fi HaLow. Neither replaces our primary Meshtastic and MeshCore work.