Connecting to the Device#

Use this section to learn how to connect your SiWx917 device to the Wi-Fi Commander tool. You can choose from multiple connection methods depending on your development environment.

How to Connect#

To connect to a device, select the Connect button in the lower-right corner of the tool.

Connection Methods#

You can connect using one of the following methods:

Method

Description

Simplicity Studio direct connection

Available only when using Simplicity Studio v5

Direct USB connection

Connect the device directly via USB

Device Manager

Connect via USB or Ethernet using Device Manager

Connection ManagerConnection Manager

After Connecting#

Once connected, the tool performs the following actions automatically:

  • Issues initialization commands

  • Displays version information from the device

  • Validates compatibility between the tool, application, and TA firmware