Microchip 3.7V IEEE 802.11b/g Compact WiFi Module RN171-I/RM

Microchip RN171-I/RM is a compact, embedded 3.7V IEEE 802.11b/g WiFi Module designed to simplify adding wireless connectivity to embedded designs. It integrates all necessary hardware along with an onboard TCP/IP stack, configured via simple ASCII commands through UART interface.

This WiFi module operates at a frequency of 2.46 GHz with a data rate of 11 Mbps and supports output power of 10 mW. The device includes a comprehensive set of security standards such as WPA, WEP, and WPA2 ensuring secure communication for industrial, commercial, and IoT applications.

The module features ultra low-power sleep mode consuming only 4 µA, making it highly suitable for battery powered and portable devices. Its compact dimensions (26.67 x 17.78 x 3.18 mm) enable integration into space-limited applications.

Equipped with 14 GPIO pins (4 shared with UART) and 8 analogue sensor inputs, the RN171-I/RM offers extensive interfacing capabilities through UART, SPI, and GPIO interfaces. It supports infrastructure and soft access point modes and comes with built-in networking applications including TCP, UDP, DHCP, DNS, ICMP, ARP, HTTP client, and FTP client.

This module integrates features such as Battery Boost Circuitry, Real-Time Clock for automatic sleep/wake, and firmware upgrade capability over the air using FTP, enhancing device management and power efficiency.

Operational temperature range from -40°C to 85°C ensures stability in various environmental conditions. Typical applications include industrial automation, smart home systems, IoT devices, and wireless sensor networks.

Supports WPA, WEP, and WPA2 security standards. Data rate of 11 Mbps at 2.46 GHz frequency. Compact form factor suitable for embedded designs. Low power consumption with ultra low-power sleep mode (4 µA). Multiple interface options: UART, SPI, GPIO.

14 GPIO pins and 8 analogue sensor inputs for versatile use. Built-in TCP/IP stack and networking applications. Battery Boost Circuitry and RTC for power management. Firmware upgrades over the air to maintain device firmware.

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