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docs/esp8266: Update for new WebREPL setup procedure.

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@ -71,13 +71,16 @@ and developers, who can diagnose themselves any issues arising from
modifying the standard process).
Once the filesystem is mounted, ``boot.py`` is executed from it. The standard
version of this file is created during first-time module set up and by
default starts up a WebREPL daemon to handle incoming connections. This
file is customizable by end users (for example, you may want to disable
WebREPL for extra security, or add other services which should be run on
version of this file is created during first-time module set up and has
commands to start a WebREPL daemon (disabled by default, configurable
with ``webrepl_setup`` module), etc. This
file is customizable by end users (for example, you may want to set some
parameters or add other services which should be run on
a module start-up). But keep in mind that incorrect modifications to boot.py
may still lead to boot loops or lock ups, requiring to reflash a module
from scratch.
from scratch. (In particular, it's recommended that you use either
``webrepl_setup`` module or manual editing to configure WebREPL, but not
both).
As a final step of boot procedure, ``main.py`` is executed from filesystem,
if exists. This file is a hook to start up a user application each time

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@ -336,29 +336,27 @@ WebREPL (web browser interactive prompt)
WebREPL (REPL over WebSockets, accessible via a web browser) is an
experimental feature available in ESP8266 port. Download web client
from https://github.com/micropython/webrepl (hosted version available
at http://micropython.org/webrepl), and start the daemon on a device
using::
at http://micropython.org/webrepl), and configure it by executing::
import webrepl_setup
and following on-screen instructions. After reboot, it will be available
for connection. If you disabled automatic start-up on boot, you may
run configured daemon on demand using::
import webrepl
webrepl.start()
(Release versions have it started on boot by default.)
On a first connection, you will be prompted to set password for future
sessions to use.
The supported way to use WebREPL is by connecting to ESP8266 access point,
but the daemon is also started on STA interface if it is active, so if your
router is set up and works correctly, you may also use WebREPL while connected
to your normal Internet access point (use the ESP8266 AP connection method
if you face any issues).
WebREPL is an experimental feature and a work in progress, and has known
issues.
Besides terminal/command prompt access, WebREPL also has provision for file
transfer (both upload and download). Web client has buttons for the
corresponding functions, or you can use command-line client ``webrepl_cli.py``
from the repository above.
There's also provision to transfer (both upload and download)
files over WebREPL connection, but it has even more experimental status
than the WebREPL terminal mode. It is still a practical way to
get script files onto ESP8266, so give it a try using ``webrepl_cli.py``
from the repository above. See the MicroPython forum for other
community-supported alternatives to transfer files to ESP8266.
See the MicroPython forum for other community-supported alternatives
to transfer files to ESP8266.

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@ -64,7 +64,6 @@ device starts up.
Accessing the filesystem via WebREPL
------------------------------------
You can access the filesystem over WebREPL using the provided command-line
tool. This tool is found at `<https://github.com/micropython/webrepl>`__
and is called webrepl_cli.py. Please refer to that program for information
on how to use it.
You can access the filesystem over WebREPL using the web client in a browser
or via the command-line tool. Please refer to Quick Reference and Tutorial
sections for more information about WebREPL.

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@ -41,6 +41,18 @@ For your convenience, WebREPL client is hosted at
locally from the the GitHub repository
`<https://github.com/micropython/webrepl>`__ .
Before connecting to WebREPL, you should set a password and enable it via
a normal serial connection. Initial versions of MicroPython for ESP8266
came with WebREPL automatically enabled on the boot and with the
ability to set a password via WiFi on the first connection, but as WebREPL
was becoming more widely known and popular, the initial setup has switched
to a wired connection for improved security::
import webrepl_setup
Follow the on-screen instructions and prompts. To make any changes active,
you will need to reboot your device.
To use WebREPL connect your computer to the ESP8266's access point
(MicroPython-xxxxxx, see the previous section about this). If you have
already reconfigured your ESP8266 to connect to a router then you can
@ -49,19 +61,11 @@ skip this part.
Once you are on the same network as the ESP8266 you click the "Connect" button
(if you are connecting via a router then you may need to change the IP address,
by default the IP address is correct when connected to the ESP8266's access
point). If the connection succeeds then you should see a welcome message.
point). If the connection succeeds then you should see a password prompt.
On the first connection you need to set a password. Make sure that the
terminal widget is selected by clicking on it, and then follow prompts to
type in your password twice (they should match each other). Then ESP8266
will then reboot with the password applied (the WiFi will go down but come
back up again). Note that some modules may have troubles rebooting
automatically and need reset button press or power cycle (do this if
you don't see ESP8266 access point appearing in a minute or so).
You should then click the "Connect" button again, and enter your password
to connect. If you type in the correct password you should get a prompt
looking like ``>>>``. You can now start typing Python commands!
Once you type the password configured at the setup step above, press Enter once
more and you should get a prompt looking like ``>>>``. You can now start
typing Python commands!
Using the REPL
--------------