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When installing a new BATM, the first step is to setup an Internet connection. This article guides you through connecting to Wi-Fi on your BATM.

A single BATM may consume at much as 2GB of data per month.

Read this article to implement Ethernet instead: Connect your BATM using Ethernet

1. Turn the BATM on:

Plug the power supply connector into an appropriate outlet.
Turn the power switch on (located next to the power plug):

Turn the mainboard on (if off):

2. The BATM will boot up after a couple of minutes, and display this message :

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3. Tap on the red triangle (it will disappear).

4. Scan the default Administrator QR code key you received via email (after receipt).

The QR code reader (camera) is built into the BATM:

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5. Choose the option "WIFI SETUP":

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6. Connect the BATM to your preferred Wi-Fi Network.

Open networks present a security risk and are strongly discouraged.

The BATM will NOT automatically connect to open networks.

Important!

Your BATM should only be permitted to connect to ONE Wi-Fi connection during normal operation. Please "forget" all others, as failing to do so can cause unpredictable results. Reliability is a GOOD thing.

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Disable the IP Whitelist temporarily:

After you have successfully connected to WiFi on the BATM, you may need to enable/unblock the new IP in the appropriate CAS: Terminal by temporarily disabling the IP Whitelist:

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Re-enable after pairing to enhance BATM security.