Hardware On JB Kindles - Wifi connection disconnects if limited internet access

[knolle75]

I performed successfully the jailbreak on

• KT2 - 5.12.2.2
• PW5 - 5.16.2.1.1

I need to mention, both devices were registered before the JB at Amazon, but I after the JB I connected these my Wifi network at home, but limited their access at router level, so that I didnt complete the (re-)registration at Amazon again.

The behaviour on the Kindles were, when they are connected to the limited Wifi, they are moaning they cant reach Amazon and are asking to prompt a potential captive portal (using the beta/experimental stock web browser). After it displays my router captive portal, I close the browser and it remains connected wireless.

Then, I installed then JB Hotfix, MPRI installer, KUAL, KUAL+, GAWK, and KOReader.

I enjoyed KOreader for a while, but as I wanted to check the connection to my running Calibre or later to my Calibre server (OPDS), I noticed, the wireless connection is disconnected (again). I had to end KOreader and re-connect the Wifi connection, where I also had to re-enter the obviously non-saved credentials. Then was connected and went back to KOreader and enjoyed it again.

You can imagine, what happened after a while again...

So, the questions are:

• Is there a special URL for the internet access "proof" to grant, without granting the device full access to Amazon?
• Can this internet check being disabled so that the only-home Wifi connection remains stable/established)

I appreciate every response in advance!

[Marek]

Create a WIFI_NO_NET_PROBE in the kindles user store (/mnt/us)

[knolle75]

@Marek, you made my day! That was the missing piece for my happiness. Works like a charm!