PB restarts every time I try to connect to the WiFi AP

I have a PB v3 Standard that restarts every time I try to connect to the WiFi AP.

On power up the yellow LED flashes 3 times. Then ultimately the yellow LED becomes continuous/dim. It stays like this. But when I try to join the AP from a laptop (Blazeblaze_A85DOE), the yellow LED turns off almost immediately, then a little later flashes 3 times, and then ultimately becomes continuous/dim.

This behavior repeats every time I try to connect to the BP WiFi AP. Since I cannot connect to the AP I cannot experiment any further to diagnose. (As I understand it I can’t use a cable for terminal access with a direct serial connection for diagnostics? USB does not offer port.)

I have tried with different power supplies, both via USB and 5 V external. The behavior is the same.

The problem started occurring after I had had the PB for a week. I had created and edited a dozen files. Then the PB appeared frozen, and I could not connect to it. I had to use a long press on button to reset to AP mode.

If you have any possible advice for further diagnostics please let me know.

Many Thanks, Rick

Hi @gaitskell ,
Sounds like something’s broken. Maybe a loose capacitor or failing voltage regulator. Shoot me an email with your details and I’ll get you a replacement. support@electromage.com