Sona™ IF573 - WiFi 6E + Bluetooth® 5.4 Module
Overview
Introducing the first of the Sona™ WiFi 6/6E product line from Laird Connectivity, the IF573, based upon Infineon’s leading AIROC™ CYW55573 chipset. A truly robust industrial IoT module: one that’s rugged, small, globally certified, has reliable connectivity, and is easy to integrate.
Our new Sona™ IF573 answers the call for next-gen wireless IoT. The Sona™ IF573 is purpose-built for industrial IoT connectivity with access to both PCIE and SDIO interfaces, industrial operating temp range, latest generation WiFi and Bluetooth combined with both pluggable card and SMT M.2 packaging.
When matched with our industry leading services and support, the Sona IF573 is the only WiFi module of its kind, addressing all your WiFi 6E needs.
- Compatible: Our Linux Backports package supports many Linux kernels including v6.1.x.
- Reliable: Integrated PA (Power Amplifier) and LNA (Low Noise Amplifier) with 2x2 MU-MIMO antenna for reliable connectivity in harsh RF environments.
- Robust: Rich feature-set including 802.11ax WiFi 6E and Dual-Mode BT v5.4. Support for the 6GHz spectrum. Reliable industrial temperature range, and solder-down module is suitable for industrial rugged applications.
- Secure: Supports the latest WPA3 security standards.
Specifications
Up to 1.2 Gbps @ 5/6 GHz
M.2 2230 Key E Pluggable
SDIO 3.0 (Wi-Fi) and HCI using HS-UART (BT)
Part Number | Antenna Type | Chipset (Wireless) | Form Factor | Frequency | Packaging | Product Type | Software | System Architecture | Technology |
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453-00117R Under Development Buy Now | MHF4 | Infineon CYW55573 | M.2 1318 | 2.4 / 5 / 6 GHz | Tape and Reel | Embedded Module | Linux | Hosted | 802.11ax, Bluetooth 5.4 |
453-00117C Under Development Buy Now | MHF4 | Infineon CYW55573 | M.2 1318 | 2.4 / 5 / 6 GHz | Cut Tape | Embedded Module | Linux | Hosted | 802.11ax, Bluetooth 5.4 |
453-00118R Under Development Buy Now | Trace Pin | Infineon CYW55573 | M.2 1318 | 2.4 / 5 / 6 GHz | Tape and Reel | Embedded Module | Linux | Hosted | 802.11ax, Bluetooth 5.4 |
453-00118C Under Development Buy Now | Trace Pin | Infineon CYW55573 | M.2 1318 | 2.4 / 5 / 6 GHz | Cut Tape | Embedded Module | Linux | Hosted | 802.11ax, Bluetooth 5.4 |
453-00119 Under Development Buy Now | MHF4 | Infineon CYW55573 | M.2 2230 | 2.4 / 5 / 6 GHz | Embedded Module | Linux | Hosted | 802.11ax, Bluetooth 5.4 | |
453-00120 Under Development Buy Now | MHF4 | Infineon CYW55573 | M.2 2230 | 2.4 / 5 / 6 GHz | Embedded Module | Linux | Hosted | 802.11ax, Bluetooth 5.4 |
Development Kits
Documentation
Name | Part | Type | Last Updated |
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Product Brief - Sona IF573 Series (Preliminary) | All | Product Brief | 06/07/2023 |
Integration Guide - Sona IF573 Modules (Preliminary) | All | Documentation | 06/07/2023 |
Datasheet - Sona IF573 (PRELIMINARY) | All | Datasheet | 08/11/2023 |
Application Note - How to Integrate Wi-Fi in Yocto Linux - Sona IF573 Series | All | Application Note | 08/11/2023 |
Application Note - How to Integrate Bluetooth in Yocto Linux - Sona IF573 Series | All | Application Note | 08/11/2023 |
Certified Antennas
I am planning on using kernel 6.1 (mickledore), is there anything I need to be aware of?
There was a change in kernel 5.19 and higher, lrd-11 is built against the kernel 6.1 kernel backports), where there is a requirement to add cfg80211 to your image as a module (m) in the base platform kernel configuration. It must not be left out and must not be included as built-in (y). Networking support->Wireless->cfg80211 - wireless configuration API
Do I need to do anything differently in lrd-11 release?
Do I need to do anything differently in lrd-11 release?
There was a change in kernel 5.19 and higher, lrd-11 is built against the kernel 6.1 kernel backports), where there is a requirement to add cfg80211 to your image as a module (m) in the base platform kernel configuration. It must not be left out and must not be included as built-in (y).
- Networking support->Wireless->cfg80211 - wireless configuration API
Why I am seeing an error while trying to build lrd-11 in Yocto?
I am seeing an error: error: 'struct net_device' has no member named 'ieee80211_ptr'
while trying to build the lrd-11.0 release in Yocto.
This is due to a change in kernel 5.19 and higher, (lrd-11.0 is built against 6.1 kernel backports), where there is a requirement to add cfg80211 to your image.
To accomplish this:
- Edit your kernel configuration by entering
bitbake -c menuconfig virtual/kernel
- Edit Networking support/Wireless and set cfg80211 to "M" for module
- Save your changes.
- Run your build again.
Can the IF573 be used to create a 6GHz soft AP?
No. The creation of 6GHz soft APs is not supported due to the complexity of regulations and testing for APs in the 6GHz band.
Is it mandatory to have a reset in BT_REG_ON during BT firmware download stage in IF573?
Yes, it's mandatory to do this.
While you design IF573 PCB module, need to have a GPIO to control BT_REG_ON; with M.2 module, wire to W_DISABLE2. During BT firmware download, need to have reset signal to indicate the firmware loading event.
Here is an example of the script to download BT firmware.
#!/bin/sh
# de-assert BT_REG_ON (assert W_DISABLE2# on M.2 interface)
gpioset 5 7=0
sleep 0.1
# Start firmware download in background
brcm_patchram_plus --no2bytes --autobaud_mode --baudrate 921600 \
--use_baudrate_for_download --enable_hci \
--patchram /lib/firmware/cypress/CYW55560A1.hcd /dev/ttymxc0 &
# assert BT_REG_ON (de-assert W_DISABLE2# on M.2 interface)
sleep 0.1
gpioset 5 7=1
Can a Laird Wifi module be connected in two different bands at the same time?
The Sona-IF573 is the first Laird Wifi module that introduces "Fast Virtual Simultaneous Dual Band Operation" that allows for being connected in the 2.4GHz band as a client as well as in the 5GHz band.
It is also thinkable to open a soft AP in one band while being connected as a client in the other.
Does IF573 support PSK mode?
In 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands, the answer is yes. However, in 6GHz band, according to the WiFi 6E spec, only SAE or OWE is supported, not included PSK.
Can I use native wpa-supplicant with IF573?
There are several patches from Infineon for SAE mode and 6GHz band related. Unless you want to patch all of these by yourself, otherwise need to use Laird summit supplicant to make it work properly.
Will IF573 support WPA3 SAE H2E?
Yes, this will be supported in IF573.
Can I use btattach instead of brcm_patchram_plus with the Sona IF573?
No, the traditional btattach implementation for BT serial interfaces that relies on vendor
specific modules in the kernel is not sufficient because it has no mechanism to
incorporate BT_REG_ON/W_DISABLE2# control.
Is CTS/RTS hardware handshake mandatory when operating the IF573 UART?
Yes, it's mandatory to enable CTS/RTS in UART, otherwise BT firmware won't be loaded.
In 6GHz band, is WPA3 able to run in transition mode?
Transition mode is to support WPA2 and WPA3 at the same time. In 6GHz band, WPA2 is no longer supported, but just WPA3, and no support of transition mode as well.
Is it necessary in the 6GHz band to use H2E mode in WPA3? Or is it still possible to use HNP (hunt/peck) mode?
According to WI-Fi alliance, only H2E mode is supported in WPA3. It's no longer possible to use HNP (hunt/peck).
How do I determine which LRU installer I need?
In
the Regulatory Tools package you receive there are many files. The filename
structure is:
{radio-type}-{toolchain}-{version}.tar.bz2
For example, the file mfg60n-arm-eabihf-10.135.0.6.tar.bz2 would
be for our 60 Series radio running on a system with a GNU Embedded Application
Binary Interface (High Float) running version 10.135.0.6 of the Laird
firmware.
An easy way to determine your toolchain is to use the command:
ls -l /ld-linux*
Where can I find the Regulatory Test tools for Laird's Wi-Fi products?
For Regulatory Testing you will be required to
load a special firmware to put the radio into "Test Mode". The code
for our Wi-Fi modules is available-by-request by opening a case with our
Support Team at https://www.lairdconnect.com/resources/support.
What is Laird Connectivity's product lifecycle EOL and PCN policy?
Laird Connectivity is committed to the long-term supply of all its standard embedded wireless modules and packaged products. Laird Connectivity’s products are specifically designed to meet the needs of the industrial and medical markets, which typically require 7 – 10 years product lifecycle. Although Laird Connectivity can’t guarantee that a component used in our products will not be obsoleted and cannot be reasonably substituted, Laird Connectivity can assure customers we will continue to sell our product when we have customer demand and can obtain the necessary components to build our products.
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