Getting Started

Getting started with Meshtastic

Welcome to Hoosier Mesh. This getting started guide is broken into short steps so you can move at your own pace.

Start here

  1. Start here - Safety, cables, and device basics
  2. Get a node - Hardware options and buying guidance
  3. Flash firmware - Drivers and the web flasher
  4. Initial setup - Core configuration for Indiana
  5. Use the app - Pairing and basic features
  6. Go further - Antennas, tools, and resources
  7. Local community - Maps, networks, and help

Start Here

Safety checks and device basics before you begin

Get a node

A list of potential nodes to get you started on your Meshtastic journey.

Flash Firmware

Install drivers and flash Meshtastic firmware

Initial Setup

Core configuration for new nodes

Use the App

Pairing and basic app features

Go Further

Antennas, tools, and helpful resources

Local Community

Maps, regional networks, and where to ask for help


Last modified February 6, 2026: Docs reorg (417f3f7)