Operate Your ASIAIR Remotely with WireGuard

Overview

This guide explains how to connect to and operate your ASIAIR device remotely using the WireGuard VPN connection provided by Starfront Observatories. If you've previously used your ASIAIR locally, you'll find this process straightforward.

For a complete introduction to remote imaging and how to optimize your setup, watch the Remote Imaging 101 video.

Many Starfront customers successfully run their ASIAIR setups each night. For a detailed breakdown of how ASIAIR works remotely, see this video made by a Starfront customer.

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Prerequisites

• ASIAIR device — ASIAIR or ASIAIR Mini
• Network connection:
  • ASIAIR: Ethernet cable
  • ASIAIR Mini: Wi-Fi
• WireGuard Client — a free app installed on your computer or mobile device
• Static IP address — provided by Starfront Observatories after installation

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What Starfront Sets Up for You

Starfront staff handle the installation and network configuration of your ASIAIR equipment. Once setup is complete, you will receive an email containing:

• Your WireGuard configuration file
• Your ASIAIR's static IP address
• Any additional connection details

Keep this email — it contains everything you need for remote access.

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Step 1 – Connect Your ASIAIR to the Network

ASIAIR (Ethernet)

1. Connect one end of an Ethernet cable to your ASIAIR and the other end to your router
2. Power on your ASIAIR

ASIAIR Mini (Wi-Fi)

1. Power on your ASIAIR Mini
2. Open the ASIAIR app on your phone and follow the in-app steps to connect to your Wi-Fi network

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Step 2 – Set Up WireGuard

1. Locate the WireGuard configuration file from your Starfront setup email
2. Download and install the WireGuard app on your computer or mobile device
3. Open the WireGuard app and import the configuration file

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Step 3 – Connect to Your ASIAIR

1. Open the WireGuard app and activate your Starfront VPN tunnel
2. Once connected, open the ASIAIR app
3. Enter the static IP address provided in your Starfront setup email
4. You can now control your ASIAIR remotely

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Next Steps – Transfer Your Files

Once connected to your ASIAIR via WireGuard, you can mount its internal storage and download your observation files (FITS images) directly to your computer:

• Transfer Files from Your Seestar or ASIAIR (Mac) — Mount your ASIAIR's internal storage as a network drive on macOS and copy your FITS files to your Mac using Finder.
• Transfer Files from Your ASIAIR (Windows) — Map your ASIAIR's internal storage as a network drive on Windows and transfer your observation files to your PC using File Explorer.
• Transfer Files from Your Seestar (Windows) — Map your Seestar's internal storage as a network drive on Windows and transfer your observation files to your PC using File Explorer.

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Troubleshooting

Can't Connect to ASIAIR

• Confirm WireGuard is connected (look for the active tunnel indicator in the app)
• Double-check that you entered the correct static IP address
• Verify your ASIAIR is powered on and connected to the network

ASIAIR App Not Responding

• Close and reopen the ASIAIR app
• Check for available updates for the ASIAIR app or device firmware

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Security

• Keep the WireGuard app updated to receive the latest security patches
• Do not share your static IP address or WireGuard configuration file with anyone

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Need Help?

For questions or setup assistance, contact Starfront Support:

👉 Starfront Support