We are pleased to announce the release of an updated MQTT Broker Router App, version 2.0.21.

This update brings several enhancements and fixes to improve functionality and user experience.

What's New in Version 2.0.21:

• Updated Mosquitto Core: The underlying Mosquitto broker has been updated to version 2.0.21, bringing the latest improvements from the core project.
• MQTT Bridge Support Added: You can now configure MQTT bridges to connect the local broker to remote MQTT brokers, enabling message sharing between different MQTT environments.
• New Status Page: A dedicated status page has been added to the ...

Advantech is pleased to announce the release of a new Router App: Modbus & DI/DO to IEC104, designed specifically to meet the interoperability needs of modern energy systems. This latest addition enables seamless communication between traditional Modbus-based field devices and supervisory control systems operating on the IEC 60870-5-104 protocol commonly used in substations, distribution automation, and other smart grid infrastructures.

With digital input/output support, this Router App goes beyond basic Modbus mapping. It allows the direct integration of I/O signals into the IEC 104 ...

We're excited to share two major updates designed to significantly boost your router development capabilities and provide you with a wealth of new resources.

Discover the Depths of "Extending Router Functionality"

Our comprehensive Extending Router Functionality application note is your essential guide to unlocking your Advantech router's full potential. It's packed with in-depth information and practical examples on:

• Shell Scripting: Automate tasks and manage router operations.
• Python Power: Utilize Python for complex automation and data processing.
• Router Apps: Develop and deploy self-contained software packages (C/C++, Python, shell).
• Controlling Router Peripherals: Master GPIOs, USB devices, and user-configurable LEDs.
• Understanding Constraints: Navigate S1 router specifics, ...

We’re excited to announce a major update to our Python Router Apps! While the core upgrade to Python 3.12 brings cutting-edge improvements, the most significant change lies in the restructured architecture of the apps themselves. This redesign ensures better compatibility with diverse router hardware while delivering tailored solutions for different use cases.

Why the Restructure?

To address hardware limitations on certain routers, we’ve reimagined our Python Router Apps into two distinct versions:

1. Python 3 Lite (formerly "Python 3")

• Lightweight, minimal footprint: Ideal for routers with constrained ...

New version of FRR Router App is released. 

• Version 10.2.1 has PIM-SM functionality incorporated.   
• PIM-SM integration makes our Router App Protocol PIM-SM obsolete and so Protocol PIM-SM Router App will no longer be maintained or supported in the future.

New features in version 10.2.1:

• Support for CISCO password authentication in NHRP
• Implement BGP-wide configuration for graceful restart
• Implement neighbor x remote-as auto for BGP
• Implement bgp dual-as for BGP
• Add bgp ipv6-auto-ra command

and many more. Whole list can be found on FRRouting site. 

New version of our Router App NTRIP Client has been released!

This Router App is used to gain a more accurate location via NTRIP protocol.“  

Version 1.3.0 is a major update, bringing important fixes, improvements, and new features. Here are the key highlights:

Changed NTRIP username and password from mandatory to optional
Previously, users were required to enter a username and password for all NTRIP connections. With this update, authentication is now optional, allowing connections to open-access NTRIP servers without needing credentials.

Changed source table browser (show both mountpoint and identifier)
The ...

New version of our Router App DHCP Based on MAC OUI is released! 

Router App handles IP address assignation for devices according to their MAC OUI.

Version 1.3.0 now supports IPv4 address ranges, allowing you to assign multiple IP addresses to a single MAC OUI without needing to specify each address - MAC OUI pair separately. 

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We are pleased to announce the release of the new version of the Event Notificator Router App, now with added SMS notification support. This Router App is an essential utility designed to enhance the management of network systems by facilitating the efficient transmission of notifications related to a variety of system events. Key events monitored include changes in system configuration, password updates, and unsuccessful login attempts. The inclusion of SMS notifications ensures that users can receive urgent updates directly on their mobile devices, providing a reliable method to maintain system ...

Quagga is a network routing software that provides implementations of various routing protocols. With the release of the new firmware version 6.4.x, support for all quagga-based Router Apps will be discontinued, and they will no longer be maintained.

Discontinued support applies to the following Router Apps: Protocol BGP, Protocol IS-IS, Protocol OSPF, and Protocol RIP. If you have been using any of these applications, please switch to the Router App named FRR, which provides the functionality of all the ...

Installing the Python 2 Router App extends support for the Python 2 programming language on your router, enhancing its capabilities for scripting and automation tasks. This module includes the last release of Python 2, specifically Python 2.7.18.

With the release of the new firmware version 6.4.x, support for this Router App will be discontinued, and it will no longer be maintained. If you have been using this module, please switch to the module supporting Python 3, which can be downloaded as a Router App named ...