The following guide is specific for those who have purchased a BridgeX as part of a greater geomining solution. To use the BridgeX with COIN, please check out this help article.
Getting Started
This guide is for those who have a BridgeX with the current version and are ready to get started with setup. In this guide are three options to setup your BridgeX. Each option involves connecting your BridgeX to a power source and to Ethernet (Wifi connection is available on the newest version, but for stability, we do recommend starting with an ethernet connection if possible)
For a video walkthrough of the setup you can view the video below (it is part of an official Geomining Kit Video - BridgeX instructions start at 5:00), this details the first option to setup a BridgeX.
Three Options to Connect Your Bridge X
NOTE Be sure to have an updated SDCard that should have been sent to you. This is the best way to have the latest hardware.
If you need to flash an older SD Card, please watch the video below for instructions
If you need step-by-step instructions please click here.
First option
Connect your Bridge X to a power source

Connect your BridgeX to your Router using an Ethernet Cable

Check to see if indicator lights are red and green near the power port

Check to see if indicator lights are static amber and flashing green at the ethernet port

Using your computer, point your browser to xyo-bridge.local
You should see a text input field to enter and confirm a password with a Continue button

Create a password that you will remember, and the confirm that password. Click Continue to connect the Bridge X
Once you connect, you should see a screen similar to this
Use Your Bridge X to interact on the XYO network
You can now click the Wifi icon to connect the Bridge X to your Local Wifi Network
You should have your Wifi connection details handy to complete this step.

Next, claim your Bridge X by logging in with your XYO Account - enter your email and password and then click Login
You should now see this screen

Second Option (Using Google Chrome or Firefox)

Connect your Bridge to your Router using an Ethernet Cable

Check to see if indicator lights are red and green near the power port

Check to see if indicator lights are static amber and flashing green at the ethernet port

Using your computer, point your browser to app.xyo.network
Create a username and password, or if you have already started using the app on either Web or Mobile, log in with your email and password
You should now see the main XYO App Dashboard

Click on the menu icon to the left of Dashboard

You should now see a side menu appear
Click on Local Bridges
You should directed to a new dashboard so that you can scan for bridges

The app will take a few moments in scanning for your Bridge X, you will see an indicator for progress
Once the app discovers the Bridge, you can verify the name and IP address of your Bridge X
Click Connect
You are now connected to your Bridge X
Use Your Bridge X to interact on the XYO network
You can now click the Wifi icon to connect the Bridge X to your Local Wifi Network
You should have your Wifi connection details handy to complete this step.

Next, claim your Bridge X by logging in with your XYO Account - enter your email and password and then click Login
You should now see this screen

Now click Claim to claim your Bridge X
Third Option
NOTE You will need a keyboard and mouse for this option
NOTE While the SDCard is loading your screen may appear black for about 30 seconds
Connect your Bridge X to a power source

Connect your Bridge to your Router using an Ethernet Cable

Check to see if indicator lights are red and green near the power port

Check to see if indicator lights are static amber and flashing green at the ethernet port

Connect your Bridge X to a display of your choice using an HDMI cable

Connect a mouse and keyboard to your bridge using the available USB ports
You should now see a UI on your display similar to xyo-bridge.local (from the first option)
You should see a text input field to enter and confirm a password with a Continue button

Create a password that you will remember, and the confirm that password. Click Continue to connect the Bridge X
To set up Wifi for your Bridge X - click the Wifi icon to connect the Bridge X to your Local Wifi Network
After you connect your Bridge X
Go ahead and disconnect the Ethernet from the Bridge X (only after connecting it via Wifi)
Use Your Bridge X to interact on the XYO network
You can now click the Wifi icon to connect the Bridge X to your Local Wifi Network
You should have your Wifi connection details handy to complete this step.

Next, claim your Bridge X by logging in with your XYO Account - enter your email and password and then click Login
You should now see this screen

Now click Claim to claim your Bridge X