If you prefer not to use a 4G SIM card, you can activate your EarthRover using a WiFi connection. Follow the steps below to get started.
What You Need to Activate via WiFi
Before you start, make sure you have:
Your EarthRover is charged and assembled
A WiFi network with a stable internet connection
A desktop or laptop to complete the final activation step
Tip: If you havenât assembled your bot yet, check out the assembly guide here.
How Activation Works
You can start your activation in two ways but no matter which option you choose, youâll still complete the final activation step on a desktop or laptop.
Option 1: Full activation on desktop/laptop
Option 2: Start on mobile, finish on desktop/laptop
Step-by-Step Activation Guide
1. Prepare the Bot
Remove the SIM card from your EarthRover if one is inserted.
WiFi will not work properly if a SIM card is present.
Power on the bot by pressing and holding the power button for 5â8 seconds.
2. Connect to the Botâs WiFi
Step-by-step on how to connect to WiFi:
A. Connect to FrodoBots' WiFi
On your phone, go to WiFi settings.
Look for a network named frodobots_XX and connect to it using the password: 12345678
B. Access the Configuration Page
Open a browser on your phone and go to: http://192.168.11.1/engineering
C. Enter Your Home WiFi Details
In the SSID field, enter your home's WiFi network name.
In the Password field, enter your home's WiFi password.
After submitting the details, wait a few moments.
Important Notes:
EarthRover Zero supports only 2.4GHz WiFi (not 5GHz).
Mini and Mini+ support both 2.4GHz and 5GHz WiFi.
D. Confirm Connection
Your bot will connect once the WiFi light turns green (Mini/Mini+) or the light stops blinking (Zero).
3. Locate the QR / 3-Word Code
For EarthRover Zero: The QR / 3-Word code is usually placed on the head.
For EarthRover Mini / Mini+: The QR /3-Word code is located on the back of the bot.
4. Connect to Discord
Option 1 (phone): Scan the QR code (next to the 3-word code) on your bot to go to the Discord activation channel.
Option 2 (desktop): Click this Discord link to go straight to the activation channel.
Log into your Discord account if prompted. Youâll land in the #activate-your-bot channel.
5. Begin Activation on Discord
OnâĄâactivate-your-bot channel on Discord, click Letâs Begin to start the activation.
A new thread will open. Click Go to Thread.
Inside the thread, click Enter Activation Code and type your bot's 3-word code (e.g., Amp Gene Clue). This step links your Discord account to the bot.
IMPORTANT: Only the connected account will be able to drive and manage that bot.
Click Iâm Ready to Connect. Make sure you're already connected to WiFi before this step.
Bot Connection Indicators:
EarthRover Zero: The light will stop blinking once connected.
Mini / Mini+: The 4G/WiFi light will turn solid green when connected.
6. Confirm Connection and Activate on Desktop
Once your bot is connected, click Itâs Connected on the Discord thread. Youâll now proceed with desktop activation:
On your computer, go to https://rovers.frodobots.com/activate. Log in using the same Discord account you used in the earlier steps.
On the activation page, youâll see your bot name/activation code listed.
Tick the checkbox beside it, then click Confirm.
Note: If you see a message saying You have No FrodoBot to Activate, double-check that you're logged into the correct Discord account.
7. Set Up Controls and Start Driving
After confirming, choose your preferred control option: Keyboard, Game Controller, or Gaming Wheel.
Once selected, youâll be able to test drive your bot.
After successful activation, your bot will appear on your dashboard homepage, like the below:
Upon successful activation, your FrodoBot Owner NFT will be minted directly into your in-app wallet.
Want to activate via 4G? Learn how to activate with 4G.
â Next Step
Now that your bot is activated, you're ready to drive! Learn how to start a personal drive.
đĄ Need help? Contact us via the chat widget, join our Discord, or email hello@frodobots.com (MonâFri, SGT).