WiFi server enables the development of IoT applications

24th October 2014

Lantronix

Siobhan O'Gorman

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Enabling quick and easy serial-to-WiFi connectivity, the xPico WiFi SMT embedded device server has been released by Lantronix. The server is designed to meet the requirements of OEM design engineers and developers seeking to develop IoT applications which require direct access to device data via smartphone etc. The device extends the features of Lantronix's existing xPico WiFi module to a surface-mountable form factor.

The xPico WiFi SMT embedded device server, which features simultaneous soft-AP and client mode, is mobile ready. Complete WiFi connectivity and network protocol offload are also provided by the server. Offering over-the-air updates and web service API, the device is industrial ready, operating from -40 to +85°C. The server, which provides multiple power management modes for battery-powered operation, offers 256-bit AES encryption for security. To meet a variety of application requirements, the device is available in connector or surface mount versions, with an optional on-board antenna and u.fl connectivity. The server, which is modular certified and CE approved, measures only 18.3x31.1x3mm.

“The xPico WiFi SMT helps customers completely offload their WiFi connectivity requirements and simplifies device manufacturing workflows and processes,” said Vishal Kakkad, Director of Product Marketing for Lantronix. “With a tiny footprint, choice of antenna options, Web Service API and a flexible microcontroller software interface, the SMT version is now more than ever a perfect fit for IoT devices that need to quickly communicate with the cloud, as well as directly connect via mobile devices.”

The the xPico WiFi SMT embedded device server, which is sampling now, will be available in December 2014. The server will be sold in 5,000 unit quantities and priced from $19.90 (approx. £12.40).