Mercedes-Benz

Using the multimedia system as a Wi-Fi hotspot

Requirements:

The device to be connected supports at least one of the types of connection described.
The connection types shown depend on the device to be connected. The function must be supported by the multimedia system and by the device to be connected. The type of connection established must be selected on the multimedia system and on the device to be connected.

Some functions may first need to be activated on the device being connected. More detailed information can be found in the manufacturer's operating instructions.

The use of the vehicle data tariff by external devices is not available in all countries.

Multimedia system:

Select MBUX Hotspot.

Select one of the following connection options.

Connecting using a QR code

Requirement: an app for scanning the QR code is installed on the device being connected.

Alternatively: the device being connected has an integrated QR code scanner (see manufacturer's operating instructions).

Scan the QR code shown.

The Wi-Fi connection is established.

Connecting using NFC

Activate NFC on the device to be connected.

Hold the device to be connected to the NFC interface when the NFC symbol appears in the status line.

Follow the instructions on the device.

The Wi-Fi connection is established.

Connecting using a security key

Select the vehicle from the device to be connected. The vehicle is displayed with the MBUX XXXXX network name.

Enter the security key which is shown in the central display on the device to be connected.

Confirm the entry.

Generating a new security key

Select the security key in the MBUX Hotspot menu.

Confirm the prompt with Yes.

A new security key is generated.

A connection will be established with the newly created security key.

When a new security key is generated, all existing Wi-Fi connections are then disconnected. If the Wi-Fi connections are being re-established, the new security key must be entered.