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LoRa and IoTConnect Integration Guide

Welcome to the Gateway and IoTConnect Integration Guide! This repository provides a collection of guides to help you set up and integrate a LoRaWAN gateway with various network servers and IoT platforms. Each guide focuses on a specific aspect of the integration process, from building the gateway firmware to connecting with public networks. Use the links below to access detailed instructions for each integration step.

IoTConnect Ecosystem

Integration Steps

1. Connecting a LoRaWAN Gateway to IoTConnect

This guide details how to set up your LoRaWAN gateway to communicate with IoTConnect's AWS network server. If you plan to connect your LoRaWAN device to AWS' public infrastructure, you can skip this step.

For detailed instructions, see Connecting a LoRaWAN Gateway to IoTConnect Guide

2. Connecting a LoRaWAN Device to IoTConnect

This guide provides comprehensive instructions on how to register and connect LoRaWAN devices to IoTConnect. It covers steps for device configuration, network settings, and verifying connectivity. Additionally, it offers guidance on integrating with public LoRaWAN networks such as Everynet to extend connectivity through IoTConnect.

For detailed instructions, see the Connecting a LoRaWAN Device to IoTConnect Guide.

3. Build and Configure LoRaWAN BasicStation for an AWS-Managed LNS Gateway

This guide details how to compile and integrate the BasicStation protocol into the LoRaWAN gateway. BasicStation is a modern, secure, and flexible protocol for connecting gateways to network servers.

For detailed instructions, see Build LoRa BasicStation Gateway Reference Design.

4. Configure an Edge/Local LNS Gateway

For guidance on configuring a LoRaWAN gateway using ChirpStack with the LoRa Network Server (LNS) running directly on the gateway, please refer to the dedicated guide in the IoTConnect GitHub repository:

For detailed instructions, see Edge LNS Gateway Guide.

Getting Started

To begin, select the guide that matches your setup or the integration you wish to achieve. Each document is comprehensive and standalone, offering all the necessary steps and information for successful integration.

For further assistance or inquiries, please refer to the respective document or contact our support team.

Additional Resources

IoTConnect Documentation

For the most detailed and up-to-date information, please visit the IoTConnect Documentation.

This comprehensive resource provides extensive details on integrating LoRaWAN devices and gateways into IoTConnect, including best practices, troubleshooting tips, and advanced configuration options.