Reliable Linux Wireless - Techniques for Debugging Wireless Module Integrations

This presentation explains how to identify and debug wireless integration problems in Linux devices, covering WiFi firmware, kernel drivers, user space, and wireless connections. It is intended for people integrating, creating, or debugging wireless interfaces for embedded Linux products.

Syllabus

Introduction
Steves background
WiFi chips
Firmware
Interfaces
Other pins
Bluetooth Coexistence
Linux WiFi Stack Diagram
Low Level Integrations
Driver Layout
Configurator 211
Management Interface
Data Side
Device Side
Interfacing New Device
Identifying the Device
Firmware Loader
Debugging
Example
Debugging Tools
Common Problems
Getting Help