Unified operative system for the WisGate Edge line that provides a feature-rich environment to access and configure the LoRaWAN gateway. The latest version of WisGateOS 2 is based on the latest version of the OpenWRT kernel for better security. WisGateOS 2 uses a simplified user interface that makes it easier to use and program. Integrated with WisDM, which allows the remote management of gateways and firmware. With extension functionality, the user can add extra features and functions to their gateways.
WisGateOS 2 v2.2.15: Packet Forwarder, GPS, & Battery Plus Improvements
WisGateOS 2 is available only for version 2 WisGate Edge gateways, Soho gateways, and Edge Ultra gateways.
The supported models are as follows:
- WisGate Edge Pro version 2: RAK7289V2, RAK7289CV2, RAK7289V2H, RAK7289CV2H
- WisGate Edge Lite 2 version 2: RAK7268V2, RAK7268CV2, RAK7268V2H, RAK7268CV2H
- WisGate Edge Prime version 2: RAK7240V2, RAK7240CV2, RAK7240V2H, RAK7240CV2H
- WisGate Edge Ultra Full-Duplex: RAK7285, RAK7285C
- WisGate Soho/Soho Pro: RAK7267
- The WisGateOS 2 firmware has been updated significantly. After this update, it is no longer possible to revert to previous versions of WisDM or the local WebUI. All WisGateOS 2 2.2.x extensions are digitally signed. During this process, extensions will automatically update. Contact RAK support before updating the WireGuard Extension.
- An internet connection is mandatory for the update process. This is because the new firmware signature needs to be confirmed, and the Extension Gallery should be accessible to update the already installed extensions.
New Features
| No. | Feature | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Second LNS Forwarding in Packet Forwarder Mode | Added support for packet forwarding to a second LoRaWAN Network Server in Packet Forwarder mode. |
| 2 | GPS Status Display in WebUI | Added GPS status display in the webUI for gateways equipped with GPS. |
| 3 | Improved RAK Battery Plus Integration | The Serial Number and Firmware Version of connected RAK Battery Plus units are now displayed in the webUI. Supported on Battery Plus firmware v1.04 or newer. |
Fixed Bugs
WisGateOS 2-related fixes:
| No. | Issue | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Incorrect Cellular Signal Display | Fixed an issue where the cellular signal level was displayed incorrectly on WisGate Soho Lite. |
| 2 | Packet Forwarder Interval Reset | Fixed an issue in Packet Forwarder mode where changing the statistics interval did not take effect and instead triggered a process reset at the default interval. |
Known Issues
If any of the known issues listed below affect your current deployment, we recommend not updating and waiting for the next firmware release.
| No. | Issue | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Country Settings Reset in Basics Station Mode | When switching to Basics Station mode, the country settings are reset, including the Wi-Fi country, which defaults to US. |
| 2 | Device Auto Add Restriction in Built-in NS Mode | Devices with an all-zero AppEUI cannot be added when the Auto Add function is enabled in Built-in NS mode. |
| 3 | MQTT TLS Certificate Size Limit | MQTT TLS certificates larger than 4 KB cannot be used. |
