I got my Open thread border router on and can ping my open thread CLI nrf5340 dk. But, how can I turn on a led via the IP address?

[kakadua]

Hi, I got my border router working fine, but I do not understand its use. How can I connect (which kind of protocol?) with the nrf5340 from my laptop to send turn on a led.

Because I want to make something like what's shown in this video of nordic semiconductors. But I do not understand the protocol it uses for connecting the computer with the nrf boards,
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-U5kj4QAYtc&t=174s 

(I'm a little bit of a beginner in this sector, so every kind of help is welcome)

I appreciate any help you can provide.

[Simonr]

Hi

It's up to you what board you'd like to use, as both support it, but as of now, it will be easier to get started with nRF52840, as we have not added a sample application for this in nRF5340.

The Thread CLI is not using Wireless UART as it is dependent on the cable from the DK to your computer. OpenThread CLI reference is described/documented here. 

The communication between border router and laptop is over IP-based network (Wi-Fi or Ethernet). 

The Thread protocol itself is a mesh network indeed, but in most use cases a border router like this is used to let be able to control it over I.E. a user interface on your phone that controls the network over Wi-Fi. Matter is a new connectivity standard where a lot of big companies have come together for one connectivity standard in an alliance. Read more abouth it here.

Best regards,

Simon