ZT-180 Adhoc Switcher
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About ZT-180 Adhoc Switcher
IMPORTANT NOTE:
IN SOME RARE CASES THE APPLICATION CAN MAKE THE WI-FI ON SOME DEVICES STOP WORKING, NOT BEING ABLE TO CONNECT EVEN TO INFRASTRUCTURE NETWORKS. DON'T WORRY, IT'S FIXABLE. JUST FOLLOW THE STEPS AT THIS POST:
http://www.slatedroid.com/topic/16005-zt-180-adhoc-switcher/page__st__60__p__204274#entry204274
WARNING:
This application is intended to be used with devices having an RT2870, RT3070 or Texas Instrument Wi-Fi module, although it has only been tested with the Zenithink ZT-180 tablet with Android 2.1 and 2.2 OS versions.
It should work with other devices using one of these Wi-Fi modules or with other OS versions, or even might work with devices using other Wi-Fi modules on "just to try..." mode, as for example the iMX515 tablet with Atheros module (thanks to Miguel Minglas for his help on testing), but that's not sure and it's something you try at your own risk. According to received comments, in addition to ZT-180 the application worked on the following devices: iMX515, Samsung Galaxy Tab P1010 and FlyTouch 2.
IF YOUR DEVICE IS NOT A ZT-180 OR ONE OF THE DEVICES REPORTED AS COMPATIBLE AND THE APPLICATION DOESN'T WORK, THEN DON'T GIVE A BAD RATING. PLEASE, IN SUCH CASE USE THE SEND REPORT OPTION OFFERED BY THE APPLICATION.
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ZT-180 Adhoc Switcher is an utility created to easily apply/restore the 'TxPower' (for some devices only) mod and to switch the Wi-Fi connection between the default infrastructure mode, which allows the connection to routers or access points, and the ad-hoc mode, which allows the connection to another Wi-Fi device, such a phone which is sharing its Internet connection (tethering).
For this application to work properly it needs a 'rooted' device.
NOTES:
- Sometimes the application may take a while to start, showing a blank screen; please wait.
- Before to switch to ad-hoc mode, remember to go to settings and set the SSID which your phone's tether application uses and, if necessary, the WEP key.
- Sometimes the ad-hoc connection may take a while or may not be made at first attempt; please wait 30 seconds or even 1 minute and if the connection is not at least attempted ("trying to connect to..." status) then disable and re-enable Wi-Fi; if the connection is attempted but is not successful then revise the SSID and WEP key on settings.
- The "refresh Wi-Fi on system boot" option causes Wi-Fi to be turned off and then turned on again at boot time, but only if the previous Wi-Fi state was enabled and there is no active connection after boot; if Wi-Fi was disabled when the device was powered off or rebooted then it will remain disabled at boot, or if device succeeded to establish a connection at boot by itself then the refresh will be omitted to keep that connection. This option may be useful on some situations when a device has problems to automatically connect at boot, although the Wi-Fi is on, but it can connect fine if the Wi-Fi is turned off and on again.
IN SOME RARE CASES THE APPLICATION CAN MAKE THE WI-FI ON SOME DEVICES STOP WORKING, NOT BEING ABLE TO CONNECT EVEN TO INFRASTRUCTURE NETWORKS. DON'T WORRY, IT'S FIXABLE. JUST FOLLOW THE STEPS AT THIS POST:
http://www.slatedroid.com/topic/16005-zt-180-adhoc-switcher/page__st__60__p__204274#entry204274
WARNING:
This application is intended to be used with devices having an RT2870, RT3070 or Texas Instrument Wi-Fi module, although it has only been tested with the Zenithink ZT-180 tablet with Android 2.1 and 2.2 OS versions.
It should work with other devices using one of these Wi-Fi modules or with other OS versions, or even might work with devices using other Wi-Fi modules on "just to try..." mode, as for example the iMX515 tablet with Atheros module (thanks to Miguel Minglas for his help on testing), but that's not sure and it's something you try at your own risk. According to received comments, in addition to ZT-180 the application worked on the following devices: iMX515, Samsung Galaxy Tab P1010 and FlyTouch 2.
IF YOUR DEVICE IS NOT A ZT-180 OR ONE OF THE DEVICES REPORTED AS COMPATIBLE AND THE APPLICATION DOESN'T WORK, THEN DON'T GIVE A BAD RATING. PLEASE, IN SUCH CASE USE THE SEND REPORT OPTION OFFERED BY THE APPLICATION.
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ZT-180 Adhoc Switcher is an utility created to easily apply/restore the 'TxPower' (for some devices only) mod and to switch the Wi-Fi connection between the default infrastructure mode, which allows the connection to routers or access points, and the ad-hoc mode, which allows the connection to another Wi-Fi device, such a phone which is sharing its Internet connection (tethering).
For this application to work properly it needs a 'rooted' device.
NOTES:
- Sometimes the application may take a while to start, showing a blank screen; please wait.
- Before to switch to ad-hoc mode, remember to go to settings and set the SSID which your phone's tether application uses and, if necessary, the WEP key.
- Sometimes the ad-hoc connection may take a while or may not be made at first attempt; please wait 30 seconds or even 1 minute and if the connection is not at least attempted ("trying to connect to..." status) then disable and re-enable Wi-Fi; if the connection is attempted but is not successful then revise the SSID and WEP key on settings.
- The "refresh Wi-Fi on system boot" option causes Wi-Fi to be turned off and then turned on again at boot time, but only if the previous Wi-Fi state was enabled and there is no active connection after boot; if Wi-Fi was disabled when the device was powered off or rebooted then it will remain disabled at boot, or if device succeeded to establish a connection at boot by itself then the refresh will be omitted to keep that connection. This option may be useful on some situations when a device has problems to automatically connect at boot, although the Wi-Fi is on, but it can connect fine if the Wi-Fi is turned off and on again.
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What's Changed
v1.4c (07/06/2011)
- added new data and other adjustments to the report which can be generated when the application is not working; sorry but some data was not being correctly reported
v1.4c (07/06/2011)
- added new data and other adjustments to the report which can be generated when the application is not working; sorry but some data was not being correctly reported
More downloads ZT-180 Adhoc Switcher reached 100 000 - 500 000 downloads
More downloads ZT-180 Adhoc Switcher reached 50 000 - 250 000 downloads
Version update ZT-180 Adhoc Switcher was updated to version 1.4c
More downloads ZT-180 Adhoc Switcher reached 10 000 - 50 000 downloads
What are users saying about ZT-180 Adhoc Switcher
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Works on Asus Zenfone 4 running Kitkat 4.4.3 ;) on changing progress to adhoc mode the app fc but its reopen automatically and changed to adhoc mode :) Changing back to Infrastructure mode not fc. Please fix it ;)
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At least one of the shell commands needed for this application to work are not available. The first not found command was: stat. A possible solution might be update BusyBox. Question to developer: which dependencies does this app need?
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To reboots when I switch to ad-hoc mode :'( Pls tell me proper steps to run this app... I have Nokia with joiku spot for tethering
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Works on Asus Zenfone 4 running Kitkat 4.4.3 ;) on changing progress to adhoc mode the app fc but its reopen automatically and changed to adhoc mode :) Changing back to Infrastructure mode not fc. Please fix it ;)
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My wifi doesn't starts now, and can't rollback!! Even if I try to uninstall , it doesn't fix it!, On xperia mini
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I hate this.when I open this app it said that you need to close the application.NEED TO UNINSTALL THIS!!!!
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Wifi stopped working
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It make my s2 crash after I report
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I can finally use the 4g from my Photon to connect to my rooted Kindle Fire. I have a connection where ever I go. would pay for this app!
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Phone wifi settings got corrupted.
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Started the app and it failed straight away. It gave me a pop up saying Unfortunately Ad Hoc switcher has stopped.
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Works on Asus Zenfone 4 running Kitkat 4.4.3 ;) on changing progress to adhoc mode the app fc but its reopen automatically and changed to adhoc mode :) Changing back to Infrastructure mode not fc. Please fix it ;)
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Tried it on Samsung Notebook 10.1: Managed to Install application - and it complains that tablet not rooted (fair enough); rooted tablet - now it complains that AWK does not work and proposed to update busybox; managed to install busybox (version (3.3), but ZT-180 still complains about AWK not working; Uninstalled ZT-180 and reinstalled - still not working; Wasted about 2 hours - not happy;
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Not for G2x stock froyo. Messed up wifi too. Played around and rebooted to repair. Why is this still disabled, Android???
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Seems like doesn't support android 4.1. This is a really good app, hope to get better
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app dont work and make galxay ace loop restart
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But 5 stars for the idea
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Great app!
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Wrecked my galaxy 5's wifi, it's a piece of s**t don't install under any circumstances
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Did not work on galaxy tab 7.7, it stopped my wifi from working altogether but after following the steps in the description normal wifi (not adhoc) is working again.
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WORKED FLAWLESSLY on HTC EVO Shift! Great app! But only works using "AndroidTether" name. Make it work on any network, and I'd give 5 Stars and pay $!
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I try and try but no luck..
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Very nice and UNIQUE app. Works on my 7'' MID m900f 24pin china tablet. I would love having it on my Newsmy T3 but its not rooted yet. Thanks HAL
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Broke my optimus wifi won't start now!
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Can u fix it for galaxy s2 and post and update thnx
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Have to have a rooted phone. No warning!
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With gederom ics, force closes.
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Confirm !!!!! Works Perfect on HP Touchpad with ICS hats off to devs!!!!
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It's working. Simple as that.
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frog unlimited internet on me grasp
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What more is there to say? Its slow to start but it works and its great! Now I can tether with my old Windows Mobile phone! Adhoc mode FTW!
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I've root my device, and it said your device haven't been rooted
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I used this app to allow my tablet to detect and connect to an ad hoc connection I created on my Android phone. I'm very pleased! I was honestly shocked it worked on my tablet because it's newer. I have the original Android 4.1 stock ROM I did root. I did it in less than 5 minutes because I have a good knowledge of computers, and I used my own logic to get past a few issues. Oh, and I used Barnacle Wifi Tether on my phone to create the connection. First, you must re-name your ad hoc SSID on the device your sharing a connection on to "AndroidTether". Second, you turn off the Wifi on the device you have ad-hoc switcher installed onto. (Not really sure if it's required, but there is a button in the app to do this) Third, the second button in the app switches you over to ad hoc mode. Click it. Fourth, turn wifi back on and you should connect to the ad hoc network you named "AndroidTether" automatically. Risky app though for sure! I wouldn't install this app unless you backup all your data with Titanium Backup, and you know you're able to flash your device with an original or aftermarket ROM to restore it if this application makes it cease working properly.
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Doesnt work. Your fix didnt work either from your link. Downloaded fxe wifi fix and rescue and THAT WORKED!!!!!!! Thank golly!!!!
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I can connect to ad hoc networks using this app, using my rooted google Nexus S. The only thing I don't like is that the network need to have a specific name - AndroidTether. I needed to install busy box first.
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Saw a user said this worked on his HP touchpad. It does not work on my HP Touchpad with Cyanogenmod 9 alpha 6. However the reason for my 5 star rating is because of the dedication from the developer. I hope to receive adhoc support soon for HP touchpad.
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It works gr8, make sure ssid is the same on both phone and tablet, encryption is set to none. Thanks for providing it for free.
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I can share my internet from PC to android phone! No routers needed. There are some ui bugs, but that's ok. There could be switching widget too..
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Great app now I can connect my galaxy tabr to my phone but after recent update it stopped working
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Doesnt work. Your fix didnt work either from your link. Downloaded fxe wifi fix and rescue and THAT WORKED!!!!!!! Thank golly!!!!