Electronics, hardware, starlink

How to modify Starlink Mini to run without the built-in WiFi router

The Starlink Mini terminal is designed as a compact, all-in-one solution with an integrated Wi-Fi router. While this design is ideal for typical consumer use, certain applications—such as custom networking setups, embedded installations, or power-constrained environments—may benefit from removing the internal router entirely. In this article, I’ll detail the process of physically removing the built-in Wi-Fi router board from the…

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Electronics, hardware, Reverse engineering, starlink

Starlink rev 3 (V2) power architecture

This article will explore how the Starlink REV3 (a.k.a. G3/V3) power architecture is implemented. We will learn how the Starlink “PoE” is implemented and how the Starlink board powers up. This information might be helpful for those doing Starlink repairs. The primary focus will be on the rev3 boards, which are the most common worldwide (as of summer 2024). Please…

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