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# WiFi Setup

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You must connect your device to WiFi in order to control your device with the Mobile App!
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Certain permissions are required for this process. Please accept all permission in the app when prompted. [Learn more here](/troubleshooting/mobile-app/permissions.md).
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Only compatible with 2.4GHz WiFi network.
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### Instructions

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### Put Device Into Pairing Mode

Hold down the **FUNCTION BUTTON** until the device <mark style="color:blue;">**FLASHES BLUE**</mark> *(about 5 seconds).* It will then continue to pulse blue while in Pairing Mode.

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If the device is not actively <mark style="color:blue;">**PULSING BLUE**</mark>, it is not in Pairing Mode and will not be discoverable by the Fluora Mobile App.
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Need help locating the Function Button? [More info here](/setup/function-button.md).
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### Discover Device In App

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Ensure that Bluetooth is enabled on your mobile device.
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Open the Fluora Mobile App and press either "Add Device" button or the <i class="fa-plus">:plus:</i> icon in the top left of the Home Screen.

Press "Discover Devices". The app should be begin scanning...

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If you are unable to discover your device, please visit the [WiFi Setup Troubleshooting page](/troubleshooting/networking/wifi-setup.md).
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If you are presented with a "Bluetooth Pairing Request", press "Pair"...

After a moment, you should see the device show up with the model and serial number.
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### Enter WiFi Credentials

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**Reminder:** Only compatible with 2.4GHz WiFi network.
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Press the "+" button to open up the WiFi Credentials Modal.

Give the device a nickname, then enter your WiFi SSID and password. Press "Connect".

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#### **SUCCESS&#x20;***<mark style="color:$success;">**(FLASHES GREEN)**</mark>*

If success the device should flash green and the app should inform you that the device has successfully connected to your WiFi.
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#### **FAILURE&#x20;***<mark style="color:$danger;">**(FLASHES RED)**</mark>*

If you receive "**Invalid Password**" or "**Network Not Found**", please try again and ensure you have entered your credentials correctly.\
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If you receive "**Connection Failed**", please ensure you are using a 2.4GHz compatible router. If you are more than 40 feet away from the WiFi router, try moving the device closer.
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If you are still having trouble getting your device connected, please see the [WiFi Troubleshooting page](https://wiki.fluoraplant.com/troubleshooting/).
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### Locate the Device on the Home Screen

Now that the device is connected to your WiFi, the app should prompt you to navigate to the Home Screen where the controls should display for your device.

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If your device says "Offline" or your Home Screen is blank, please visit the [Connectivity Troubleshooting page](/troubleshooting/networking/connectivity.md).
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### **Video instructions:**

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