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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:
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Passphrase should be a minimum of eight characters (maximum 15 characters), the more
random the better. Use a mix of letters (uppercase and lowercase), numbers, and
symbols.
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Do not reuse or repeat passwords across router installations or job sites.
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Disable broadcast of SSID. This is a very simple setting which stops the broadcast of the
access point SSID, and only authorized parties who know the SSID can connect to it.
This is configured in the Wi-Fi router.
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Store passwords in a safe place, limit access to authorized parties only, and provide
instructions for password reset and reconfiguring a strong password in cases of
reconfiguring the network in the future.
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