PAN, Xbee and connecting multiple Arduino boards together ?

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Hi all,

I am wondering about the possibility of connecting multiple Arduino boards with Xbee in a PAN where they can talk together. The idea is that they can not just have a p2p connection but be able to send each other information over the network. Any one who has implemented such system ? Any idea what kind of stuffs do I need to begin with ?

Regards,

Shahab.

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but be able to send each other information over the network.

The appropriate choice of XBees will be important. The Series 1 (no markings on top) are point-to-point models. The Series 2/2.5 (clearly shown on top) are for mesh networks. They are the ones you want.

Any idea what kind of stuffs do I need to begin with ?

Some Arduinos, some XBee shields, some XBees, and an idea what kind of data you want the Arduinos to share, and an idea what a given Arduino should do with the data it receives from some other Arduino.

Once you have those things, you're good to go.