Skip to content

Wi-Fi Manager v4.3

Latest
Latest

Choose a tag to compare

View all tags
@djparentx djparentx released this 16 Jun 05:44
v4.3
4ef9725
This commit was created on GitHub.com and signed with GitHub’s verified signature.
GPG key ID: B5690EEEBB952194
Verified
Learn about vigilant mode.

R36S Wi-Fi Manager (ArkOS / dArkOS/RE)

v4.3 by djparent

Based on Wifi script by Kris Henriksen, with additional code from Wifi-Toggle v3.6 and Bluetooth Manager for dArkOS by Jason3x.

v4.3 Change Log

  • added Remote Services Autostart, toggle to enable
  • added SMB Access Level (default or root)
  • added HOSTNAME (edit inside the script)
  • added Jason3x's network drivers (autoinstall if missing)

v4.2.1 Change Log

  • added option to turn off updates, edit in text reader
  • fixed typo in the Title
  • improved dArkOS compatibility

v4.2 Change Log

  • self-updates to latest GithHub release when available
  • wifi turns on and off faster
  • faster enable or disable sharing
  • disabled background scanning;
    • trust network implicitly, no more disconnections looking for a better signal
  • removed psk flags from known connections;
    • NM couldn't find the password without a helper process
  • connection monitor variables/settings moved to top of script for easy editing
  • smarter reconnect monitoring;
    • 12 fast attempts, then only once a minute if the AP is unreachable
  • efficient reconnect monitoring;
    • wifi is disabled after 10 minutes if the the AP is unreachable
  • increased kernel network buffer size for faster transfers
  • added hostname to 'enable sharing' and 'network information' dialogs
  • increased timeout when connecting saved networks, prevent timeout error

Overview

An advanced Wi-Fi management tool for the R36S that improves reliability, adds automation, and provides a controller-friendly interface with full system integration.

Features

  • B button functions as back button
  • Checks for installed drivers on launch
  • Will install missing drivers, no connection needed:
    • RTL8188eufw
    • MT7601u
  • Multi-language support (EN, FR, ES, PT, IT, DE, PL)
  • Full Wi-Fi control (enable / disable)
  • USB OTG Wi-Fi adapter support with automatic handling
  • Persistent Wi-Fi state across sleep / wake cycles
  • Automatic reconnection monitor (optional)
  • Remote access toggle (SSH, Samba, FileBrowser)
  • Improved connection handling and faster timeouts
  • Automatic dependency detection and installation
  • Clean UI designed for handheld use
  • Safe startup and exit handling

What’s New vs Original

  • Automatic detenction and install of missing drivers
  • Automatic language detection from EmulationStation
  • Full USB Wi-Fi lifecycle management (load, unload, re-enumerate)
  • Persistent systemd service for USB Wi-Fi initialization
  • Sleep hook to preserve Wi-Fi state across suspend/resume
  • Disabled NetworkManager power saving for stability
  • State tracking via /tmp/wifi_manager_state
  • Background auto-reconnect system
  • Integrated remote access controls with IP display
  • Faster and more reliable connection attempts
  • Improved input handling with gptokeyb management
  • Clean exit handling with proper system restoration

Credits

  • Original Wifi script by Kris Henriksen
  • Wifi-Toggle v3.6 and Bluetooth Manager contributions by Jason3x
  • Enhancements and integration by djparent
Assets 3
Loading