RPi_Zero_W_MMDVM_HS_HAT_Stand_Alone_Case

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Setting up a standalone Wi-Fi hotspot on your Raspberry Pi Zero W is a straightforward process that doesn't require any additional hardware. First, you'll need to ensure your Raspberry Pi is updated and configured for booting from the SD card. This can be done using the raspi-config tool. To access this tool, simply type "sudo raspi-config" in the terminal. Next, navigate to the Interfacing Options menu and select the SSH option. Enable it by selecting Yes. You'll then need to save your changes and exit the tool. With that done, you can now create a new file named "ssh" without any extension within the boot partition of your SD card. This will allow remote access to your Raspberry Pi over Wi-Fi. Your Raspberry Pi Zero W is now configured as a standalone hotspot. Simply plug it in and wait for it to boot up. Once it has, you can connect to the network using the default password and IP address displayed on the device's screen. To configure your router to use this new network interface, navigate to its settings page and select the wireless network option. Choose the Raspberry Pi's SSID and enter the WPA2 key provided in the terminal output of your Raspberry Pi. That's it! Your Raspberry Pi Zero W is now a fully functional standalone Wi-Fi hotspot.