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This tutorial guides you to installing and setting up i2DX on Windows.

Download i2DX

  • Download the latest version of i2DX for Windows from the Downloads Page.
  • Extract the files anywhere.

Create an Ad-Hoc Network

For best performance, you should create an Ad-Hoc wireless network.

  • Go to Network Settings and set up a new connection or network.

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  • Then setup a wireless ad hoc network.

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  • Type in your network name. Name anything you want.

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  • The internet popup should say Waiting for users.

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  • On your device, join the created network.

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Start i2DX Server

  • Go to server directory, and double-click on server-windows-autopy.exe.
  • If Windows Firewall pop up, Allow access.

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Obtain Your IP Address

  • Open the network status and click details, and look at the IP.
    • If you create an ad hoc network, you have to wait a few minutes before your computer self-assign the IP. It should start with 169.254.

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Set Up i2DX on Your Device

  • Open Safari
  • Navigate to http://[your IP address]:9876/

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  • You will see the settings screen. Set up and tap Launch i2DX.
  • You should see the selected controller on the screen.
  • Add to home screen. An application icon should appear on your home screen.

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  • Launch the application.

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  • Try pressing the buttons on i2DX. It should type something on Windows.
  • Configure your games to the keymap.