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ESP32 boot

Posted: Thu Sep 05, 2019 12:27 am
by Hiroci
In my Linux pc, I don't have to press the boot button to connect to esp32 however in my windows pc I always have to press it, anyone knows why?

Re: ESP32 boot

Posted: Thu Sep 05, 2019 2:49 am
by ESP_Sprite
Yes, there's a difference in serial port drivers causing a small timing difference between the two OSses. Connecting an 1uF capacitor between EN and GND helps in some cases.

Re: ESP32 boot

Posted: Thu Sep 05, 2019 9:58 pm
by Hiroci
Is there a way to fix the port driver in windows without the capacitor?

Re: ESP32 boot

Posted: Fri Sep 06, 2019 1:36 am
by ESP_Sprite
Not that I'm aware of.