> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://documentation.hak5.org/wifi-pineapple-pager/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://documentation.hak5.org/wifi-pineapple-pager/setup/unboxing-setup.md).
# Unboxing Setup
### Unboxing
The WiFi Pineapple Pager arrives running a special firmware called the “stager”. This staging firmware helps ensure your WiFi Pineapple Pager is set up with the latest firmware and makes the first-time setup process easier.
### Quick start
To activate the WiFi Pineapple Pager you’ll be following a few simple steps:
1. Download the latest firmware
2. Power on the Pager
3. Connect to the WiFi Pineapple Pager using USB-C
4. Upload the firmware using the stager web server
5. Enjoy!
### Download the latest firmware
The WiFi Pineapple Pager firmware can be found on the [Hak5 Download Portal](https://downloads.hak5.org/pineapple/pineapplepager). Download the latest using your PC or laptop, and save it somewhere you can find it.
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Hak5 devices are built for security professionals: They are designed with root access available and the freedom to install any software or firmware. Hak5 is committed to providing reliable, unrestricted tools and open payload platforms that you can trust.\
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To ensure your Hak5 devices integrity, only download official firmware from [the Hak5 Download Portal](https://downloads.hak5.org/pineapple/pineapplepager) (verifiable via checksum). Genuine Hak5 firmware is *never* distributed by third party channels, and the newest firmware for your device will *always* be distributed *only* on [the Download Portal](https://downloads.hak5.org/pineapple/pineapplepager).
{% endhint %}
### Power on the Pager
Press and hold the power button on the top of the Pager for 3-4 seconds, until the LEDs light. There will also be a subtle click noise.
### Wait for the pager to boot
The setup boot process will confirm the state of the hardware and initialize the system. This will take approximately 3-4 minutes.
### Connect the WiFi Pineapple Pager
Connect your WiFi Pineapple Pager to a PC or laptop using a USB-C data cable connected to the USB-C port on the pager.
Depending on the USB ports available on your PC or laptop, use a USB-C to USB-C or USB-C to USB-A cable, accordingly.
{% hint style="info" %}
Be careful! Not all USB cables are created equally!\
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Be sure to use a *data capable* high-quality USB-C cable. Some cheaper cables may be charge-only - these cables will not work!
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When connected via the USB-C port, the Pager will appear as an Realtek RTL8153 USB Ethernet device. This Ethernet device should be supported on all operating systems (Linux, Windows, and macOS) without the need for additional drivers.
{% hint style="warning" %}
The WiFi Pineapple Pager uses the `172.16.52.x` network (`172.16.52.0/255.255.255.0`) on the USB-C and Management network interfaces.\
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Ensure that no other network device - or virtual network such as that created by Docker or other virtual containers - is using this IP range!
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### Connect to the Pager web server
Once the WiFi Pineapple Pager has booted the staging web server, the screen will prompt you to connect.
Using your PC or laptop browser, connect to [http://172.16.52.1:1471](http://172.16.52.1:1471/) .
{% hint style="info" %}
Trouble connecting? Make sure that your computer sees the WiFi Pineapple Pager as a network device (using the network connections options in your operating system) and that it has an IP range in the `172.16.52.x` range.\
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The WiFi Pineapple Pager will automatically give your computer an IP address using DHCP; if your computer does not have an IP or has an IP address in the `169.254.x.x` range, refresh the interface using the networking options in your operating system.
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### Follow the directions
The Stager firmware will prompt you to upload the full firmware for your device - select the firmware you downloaded from the [Download Portal](https://downloads.hak5.org/pineapple/pineapplepager).
The Pager will verify the downloaded file and start flashing your device. The flashing status will be updated on the screen. Do not turn off the Pager while the firmware is flashing and the device is booting! Flashing and first boot will take approximately 10 to 15 minutes.
### First boot
The first time the WiFi Pineapple Pager boots after installing the new firmware image, it must partition and format the internal flash, generate SSH keys, and perform other first-time maintenance.
The first boot process will take significantly longer (five to ten minutes) than subsequent boots. Be patient!
### Start using your device!
After flashing and rebooting, your WiFi Pineapple Pager will be ready to use!
Follow the directions on the Pager itself to continue, and keep hacking!
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