Build decentralized, long-range mesh networks with Haven - a complete open-source solution for creating self-healing IP networks that share internet access across kilometers without any central infrastructure.
Haven Guide - Video tutorials, schematics, 3D printable enclosures, Discord community, and direct support.
Haven is a mesh networking platform that combines:
- HaLow radios (802.11ah) operating in sub-1GHz spectrum for multi-kilometer range
- BATMAN-adv for automatic Layer 2 mesh routing
- OpenMANET firmware (OpenWrt-based) for reliable embedded networking
- Optional Reticulum for encrypted overlay communications
- Optional ATAK/CivTAK integration for situational awareness
| Feature | Benefit |
|---|---|
| Decentralized | No central server, no single point of failure |
| Long Range | 1-10+ km node-to-node with HaLow radios |
| Self-Healing | Automatic route discovery and failover |
| Internet Sharing | One uplink serves the entire mesh |
| Fully Open Source | No proprietary lock-in, audit everything |
| Multi-hop | Traffic routes through intermediate nodes |
| Low Power | Sub-1GHz radios are power efficient |
Haven nodes are compact, rugged units built for field deployment. Each node includes HaLow (sub-1GHz) and WiFi radios, USB and power ports, and versatile mounting (GoPro-style bracket and bolt holes).
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| Handheld | Vehicle deployment | Ports and mounting |
Internet
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┌─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐
│ HAVEN GATE — green (Gateway) │
│ │
│ ┌─────────┐ ┌─────────┐ ┌─────────┐ ┌─────────┐ │
│ │ eth0 │ │ HaLow │ │ 5GHz │ │ 2.4GHz │ │
│ │ uplink │ │ mesh │ │ AP │ │ AP │ │
│ └─────────┘ └─────────┘ └─────────┘ └─────────┘ │
│ │ │ │ │ │
│ └────────────┴────────────┴────────────┘ │
│ br-ahwlan bridge │
│ IP assigned by openmanetd │
│ DHCP Server │
└─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘
│
│ HaLow Sub-1GHz Mesh
│ (1-10+ km range)
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┌─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐
│ HAVEN POINT — blue (Extender) │
│ │
│ ┌─────────┐ ┌─────────┐ │
│ │ HaLow │ │ 5GHz │ │
│ │ mesh │ │ AP │ │
│ └─────────┘ └─────────┘ │
│ │ │ │
│ └────────────────────┘ │
│ br-ahwlan bridge │
│ 10.41.x.x/16 │
└─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘
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[Mobile Devices]
Phones, Laptops, ATAK
| Document | What it covers |
|---|---|
| Setup Guide | Step-by-step: gate setup, point nodes, Reticulum, ATAK, Heltec nodes |
| Finding & Accessing Nodes | How to find node IPs and reach LuCI — the thing you'll need most often |
| Troubleshooting | Mental model, diagnostics, fix checklists for every common failure |
| HaLow Reference | Radio specs, channel widths, MCS tables, software versions |
| Range Optimization | Antenna selection, TX power, channel width tuning, range testing |
| Antenna Smart Routing | Automatic antenna switching with RF SPDT switch |
| Gate Node Config | Manual gate configuration reference |
| Point Node Config | Manual point configuration reference |
| Reticulum | Encrypted overlay network — configuration, monitoring, apps |
| ATAK Bridge | ATAK/CivTAK situational awareness over Reticulum |
| Scripts | Script reference and Reticulum demo tools |
| AI Agents | Context for AI agents (Claude, Cursor, etc.) to diagnose and fix your mesh |
All Haven setup scripts assume each node is flashed with a fresh/recent version of OpenMANET. Flash the image onto a microSD card using Raspberry Pi Imager, insert it into the node, and power on.
| Step | What | How |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Set up the Gate node | Plug into router, run setup script → Setup Guide |
| 2 | Add Point nodes | Plug into laptop, paste setup script → Setup Guide |
| 3 | Install Reticulum (optional) | Encrypted overlay → Setup Guide |
| 4 | Send Reticulum messages (optional) | Test encrypted messaging → Scripts |
| 5 | Install the ATAK bridge (optional) | Situational awareness → Setup Guide |
After any step, use LuCI's web interface to change passwords, WiFi SSIDs, and other settings. See Finding & Accessing Nodes to reach each node.
Default credentials (user: root):
| Node | Password | WiFi SSID | WiFi Password |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gate (green) | havengreen |
green-5ghz |
green-5ghz |
| Gate (green) 2.4GHz | — | green |
greengreen |
| Point (blue) | havenblue |
blue-5ghz |
blue-5ghz |
- SBC: Raspberry Pi CM4 / Pi 4
- HaLow Radio: Morse Micro MM601X (SPI interface)
- 5GHz WiFi: Cypress CYW43455 (onboard on Pi)
- 2.4GHz WiFi: RT5370 USB adapter (optional)
- ARM or x86 device with SPI interface
- HaLow radio module (Morse Micro recommended)
- Standard WiFi for client access
- Disaster Response: Deploy mesh networks where infrastructure is damaged
- Remote Operations: Connect sites across kilometers without internet
- Events: Temporary networks for large gatherings
- Maritime: Ship-to-ship and ship-to-shore communications
- Agriculture: Connect sensors and equipment across large properties
- Community Networks: Neighborhood internet sharing
| Layer | Protection |
|---|---|
| HaLow Mesh | WPA3 SAE (CCMP) - strongest WiFi encryption |
| Reticulum | Curve25519 + AES-128 end-to-end encryption |
| ATAK | Optional additional encryption |
- Haven Guide - Complete build guide with videos
- Discord - Join the community (link in Haven Guide)
- Direct Support - Available through Parallel
Contributions welcome:
- Hardware compatibility testing
- Documentation improvements
- Bug fixes and features
- Use case examples
MIT License - See LICENSE file.
The official Haven case is released into the public domain — free for anyone to print, modify, and distribute. Designed for Parallel by MOROSX.
- OpenMANET - Mesh networking firmware
- Reticulum by Mark Qvist
- ATAK by TAK Product Center
- Morse Micro - HaLow radio technology
- OpenWrt Project
- MOROSX - Haven enclosure design
- BATMAN-adv mesh protocol