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− | == OpenMoko and WiFi ==
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− | The OpenMoko project would love to add WiFi support to any the devices on the roadmap.
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− | However, we simply are unable to locate a supplier with a suitable product!
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− | == Public call for WiFi ==
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− | From [http://lists.openmoko.org/pipermail/community/2007-March/004195.html this mailinglist posting]:
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− | We can't find a WiFi Chipset with GPL'ed drivers -- We know
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− | this has been discussed (to death) on this list, but as we're
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− | beginning work on the next summer hardware refresh we still can't seem
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− | to find a vendor that meets our strict requirements: Namely, we refuse
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− | to put anything binary in the kernel.
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− | Marvell has some nice for larger devices (the 8388). But we need
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− | one specifically for mobile phones (like the 8686). If somebody
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− | can help us find the right vendor, we'll give you a free Neo1973.
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− | If you're a vendor and want to work with us to GPL your driver, we'll
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− | give you lots of business -- and a free phone ;-)
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− | </pre>
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− | === Regular chipsets are NOT suitable ===
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− | Please notice that it is '''impossible''' for us to use any of the standard '''desktop''' WiFi chipsets, commonly found in miniPCI cards or USB WiFi adapters.
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− | We really need a chipset (and even beyond that: Somebody manufacturing SMT modules with that chipset) that is specifically targetted for mobile phones or other mobile devices such as portable media players.
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− | Regular WiFi chipsets just draw way too much power and are too large by an order of magnitude.
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− | == List of available WiFi modules for mobile phone usage ==
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− | == List of chipset vendors who are known to be at least partially GPL friendly ==
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− | * Marvell (only 8385 Libertas chipset)
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− | *According to prplague on #openmoko, http://www.zcomax.com/1mbfile/G%20product/XG-880M_specification%20.pdf for which he is writing a GPL driver might fit the requirements.
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− | * Zydas
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− | * Ralink
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− | === Atheros ===
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− | ==== AR6k ====
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− | This sounds like a really great device
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− | * http://atheros.com/pt/AR6001Bulletins.htm
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− | * http://sourceforge.net/project/showfiles.php?group_id=186068
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