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Once connected to the thermostat as an access point, open its web page by typing its default address
of 192.168.0.1 with admin for username and no password. Web page pictured below will be presented
for IP Network Configuration. The default IP configuration is shown below.
After initial connection using laptop or tablet or smart phone, the Wi-Fi mode in the thermostat can be
changed to Infrastructure mode. The local Wi-Fi router/access point can be selected from the Available
AP drop-down list, or an AP SSID can be entered manually. Enter the AP Passphrase to authenticate
and connect to the AP.
ATTENTION: Once connected to the Wi-Fi access point, the Wi-Fi thermostat will use the Wi-Fi access
point credentials. To ensure a secure connection, when setting up the Wi-Fi router (Access Point) the
thermostats will be connected to, make sure you set up a strong access point passphrase (password)
and encryption method! This is required for Wi-Fi client devices to connect to the Wi-Fi router securely
and it is essential to cyber security. Creating a good Wi-Fi password is the first step in creating a secure
environment that is inaccessible to unauthorized parties. Use the following tips when creating a Wi-Fi
access point passphrase:
Passphrase should be a minimum of eight characters (maximum 15 characters), the more
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