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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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Change WiFi password regularly (not required but very secure). Provides
guidelines for building maintenance personnel.
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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.
Choose an option for DHCP addressing using the radio buttons.