Mercedes-Benz E-Class Saloon Owner's Manual page 314

312 Multimedia system
The following connection options are available:
Wi-Fi connection
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The Wi-Fi connection to a Wi-Fi-capable
device, e.g. the customer's mobile phone or
a tablet PC is established.
Multimedia system as a Wi-Fi hotspot
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Using this function, a tablet PC or notebook
can be connected, for example.
To establish a connection, you can use the fol‐
lowing methods:
WPS PIN
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The connection to a secure Wi-Fi network is
made via a PIN.
WPS PBC
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The connection to a secure Wi-Fi network is
made by pressing a button (push button).
Security key
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The connection to a secure Wi-Fi network is
made via a security key.
Setting up Wi-Fi
Requirements:
The device to be connected supports one of
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the three means of connection described
( page 311).
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Multimedia system:
System ö Connectivity
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Activating/deactivating Wi-Fi
Switch Wi-Fi on O or off ª.
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If Wi-Fi is deactivated ª, communication via
Wi-Fi to all devices is interrupted. This also
means that a connection to the HERMES
communication module cannot be estab‐
lished. Then functions such as dynamic route
guidance with Live Traffic Information are not
available.
Connecting the multimedia system with a
device via Wi-Fi
This function is available if a HERMES communi‐
cation module is not installed.
The type of connection established must be
selected on the multimedia system and on the
device to be connected.
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The connection procedure may differ
depending on the device. Follow the instruc‐
tions that are shown in the display. Further
information (see the manufacturer's operat‐
ing instructions).
Select Internet settings.
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Select Search for Wi-Fi networks.
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Using a security key
Select a Wi-Fi network in the list.
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Have the security key displayed on the device
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to be connected (see the manufacturer's
operating instructions).
Enter this security key on the multimedia sys‐
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tem.
Confirm the entry with ¡.
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% All devices support a security key as a
means of connection.