Commissioning
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Explanations about network functions
Access point mode
The access point mode is intended for commissioning of the system. The System Access Point
establishes its own WLAN and acts as DHCP server (devices which connect themselves as
client with the WLAN receive an IP address automatically).
Advantage
: The system can be made operational and operated without a router (e.g.
FRITZ!Box).
Disadvantage
: In access point mode the System Access Point cannot be simultaneously
connected to an Internet router. For continuous operation the System Access Point should
therefore be configured as LAN or WLAN client. This allows the users to both surf on the
Internet with their devices and operate the free@home system without having to change
between different WLAN networks.
To activate or deactivate the access point mode:
1. Press the access point button.
During initial commissioning the access point mode is automatically activated.
The network name (SSID), the WLAN password and the IP address of the System Access Point
are located on a label in the interior of the device (power adaptor).
LAN/WLAN client mode
If a router is already available it is recommended to connect the System Access Point with this
network via LAN or WLAN as client.
The following three options are available to activate the client mode:
A: Connect the System Access Point via LAN with the router before commissioning.
– When the cable is plugged in, it is recognized automatically and the access point mode
is deactivated.
– The System Access Point receives an IP address from the router automatically.
– During the attempt to connect, the connection display flashes.
– After the connection has been successfully established the connection display lights up
permanently.
B: Connect the System Access Point via LAN with the router after commissioning.
– For this connection the access point mode must be deactivated manually. This can be
carried out with a press of the button on the device itself or in the network settings of the
user interface.
– The System Access Point receives an IP address from the router automatically.
– During the attempt to connect, the connection display flashes.
– After the connection has been successfully established the connection display lights up
permanently.
