Connect Costycnc MKS DLC32 to Your Router

febbraio 14, 2025

Explanation for Beginners: CostyCNC with MKS DLC32 Board in AP Mode

When you set up your CostyCNC with the MKS DLC32 board, it can operate in AP (Access Point) mode. Here's what that means and how it works:

1. What is AP Mode?

In AP mode, the MKS DLC32 board creates its own Wi-Fi network, like a mini router.
When you open the Wi-Fi settings on your computer or phone, you will see a network named MKS-DLC.

You can connect to this network using the password 12345678.

2. Accessing the MKS DLC32 Interface

Once connected to the MKS-DLC network, a web page should open automatically in your browser.
If the page doesn’t open automatically, you can manually type the following address into your browser:
192.168.4.1
This is the default IP address for the MKS DLC32 board in AP mode.

3. Disadvantage of AP Mode

When you are connected to the MKS-DLC network, you cannot use the internet on your computer or phone.
This is because your device is disconnected from your regular Wi-Fi router and connected directly to the MKS DLC32 board instead.

4. Solution: Connect MKS DLC32 to Your Router

To solve this problem, you can connect the MKS DLC32 board to your Wi-Fi router instead of using AP mode. Here’s how it works:

Connect the MKS DLC32 board to your router (via Wi-Fi or Ethernet, depending on the board's capabilities).
Your router will assign an IP address to the MKS DLC32 board.
The board will also have a human-readable address like grblesp.local.

5. Accessing the MKS DLC32 Board Through Your Router

Once the MKS DLC32 board is connected to your router:
- You can access it by typing grblesp.local in your browser.
- This will open the Makerbase page, where you can control and configure your CNC machine.

Summary

AP Mode: The MKS DLC32 board creates its own Wi-Fi network (MKS-DLC). You can connect to it directly, but you lose internet access.
Router Mode: Connect the MKS DLC32 board to your router. This allows you to access it via grblesp.local while staying connected to the internet.

By connecting the board to your router, you get the best of both worlds: control over your CNC machine and internet access on your device!

Connecting to the Router: Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners

To connect your device to your home router, you need to provide the router name (SSID) and the password. Below is a simple guide to help you through the process.

Steps to Connect:

Enter the Router Name (SSID):
- In the text communication window with the router, type the following command:
```
$ESP100=RouterName
```
  Replace RouterName with the actual name of your router (SSID).
- Press Enter.
- You should receive an "OK" response.
Enter the Router Password:
- Next, type the following command:
```
$ESP101=RouterPassword
```
  Replace RouterPassword with the actual password of your router.
- Press Enter.
- You should receive another "OK" response.
Set the Mode to STA (Station Mode):

Now, type the following command:
```
$ESP110=STA
```
Press Enter.
You should receive an "OK" response.

Restart the Device:
- Disconnect the power cable from the device.
- Wait a few seconds, then plug the power cable back in.

After Restarting:

You will no longer see the Wi-Fi network named MKS-DLC.

Instead, connect to your home Wi-Fi network as you normally would.

Accessing the Makerbase Page:

Open a web browser on your computer or smartphone.
In the address bar, type:
```
grblesp.local
```
Press Enter.
The Makerbase page should open, allowing you to interact with your device.

Summary of Commands:

$ESP100=RouterName → Enter the router name (SSID).
$ESP101=RouterPassword → Enter the router password.
$ESP110=STA → Set the device to Station Mode.
Restart the device by unplugging and plugging back in the power cable.
Connect to your home Wi-Fi and access grblesp.local in your browser.

This process ensures your device connects to your home router and allows you to access the Makerbase interface easily. Let me know if you need further clarification! 😊

If you want to switch your device back to AP Mode so that you can see MKS-DLC again in the list of available Wi-Fi networks (like when you're at a station or a specific location), you need to send the following command:

$ESP110=AP

What does this command do?: This command tells your device to switch to AP Mode. Once in AP Mode, your device will create its own Wi-Fi network, and you should be able to see MKS-DLC in the list of available networks.
Quick Switching: When your device is in AP Mode, you can quickly switch it back to STA Mode (or vice versa) if needed. This flexibility allows you to easily change how your device connects to or creates Wi-Fi networks.

Summary:

Use the command `$ESP110=AP` to switch your device to AP Mode.
In AP Mode, your device will create its own Wi-Fi network, and you should see MKS-DLC in the list of available networks.
You can quickly switch between AP Mode and STA Mode as needed.
This should help you manage your device's Wi-Fi settings more easily!

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