Wifi Hotspot - BMW X5 Owner's Manual

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WiFi hotspot

Concept
Compatible devices with WiFi interface can use
the Internet connection of the vehicle via the
WiFi hotspot.
General information
Up to 10 devices can be connected with the hot‐
spot of the vehicle at the same time.
Functional requirements
▷ Compatible device, refer to page 69, with
WiFi interface.
▷ WiFi activated on the device.
▷ Registration and data contract with a service
provider where required.
▷ Internet use is activated for the vehicle.
▷ Standby state switched on.
Activate WiFi in the vehicle
Via iDrive:
1. "COM"
2. "Mobile devices"
3. Move the Controller to the right.
4. "Settings"
5. "Wi-Fi®"
Connecting device to WiFi
hotspot
Via iDrive:
1. "COM"
2. "Mobile devices"
3. Move the Controller to the right.
4. "New device"
5. "Internet"
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6. Hotspot name and hotspot code are dis‐
played on the Control Display. Additionally, a
QR code will be displayed.
7. Search for WiFi networks on the device. Se‐
lect network name on the device.
8. Enter hotspot code on the device and con‐
nect. Alternatively, the QR code can be used.
The device is displayed in the device list, refer to
page 74.
The initial Internet use via the hotspot requires a
registration and possibly a data volume purchase
from a service provider.
Depending on the country version, data volume
can be purchased via the connected mobile de‐
vice or from the ConnectedDrive Store.
All devices connected via the hotspot use this
data volume.
Apple CarPlay preparation
Concept
CarPlay allows certain functions of a compatible
Apple iPhone to be used via Siri voice operation
and iDrive.
Functional requirements
▷ Compatible iPhone, refer to page 69.
iPhone 5 or later with iOS 7.1 or later.
▷ Corresponding mobile wireless contract.
▷ Bluetooth, WiFi, and Siri voice operation are
activated on the iPhone.
▷ Booking the ConnectedDrive service: Apple
CarPlay preparation.
Switching on Bluetooth and
CarPlay
Via iDrive:
1. "COM"
2. "Mobile devices"
3. Move the Controller to the right.