Data transmission -> Setting up and deactivating a Wi-Fi hotspot for Your Volkswagen Atlas SUV First Generation (2018-2023)

Wi-Fi initial setup  
The Infotainment systems “Composition Media” and “Discover Media” can use two separate Wi-Fi nodes:  
The Wi-Fi node of the Infotainment system for using Media Control.  
Wi-Fi node of the control module for Internet access that is installed at the factory, depending on the vehicle equipment.  
In order to use Media Control and online functions simultaneously, the following requirements must be fulfilled:  
Your vehicle has been added to your VW Car-Net user account.  
You have paid for a data plan for your vehicle.  
The Wi-Fi nodes have been connected to each other.  
Connecting WiFi nodes  
1. Log in to the user account via the VW Car-Net app or the VW Car-Net portal and select the vehicle.  
2. Search for the network name (SSID ) and select the network key (password) for the vehicle as follows:  
In the portal, under User  
Wi-Fi SSID and password.  
Wi-Fi SSID & password.  
Or: in the app, under User  
3. Connect the Infotainment system's Wi-Fi node as a client to the control module's Wi-Fi node. To do this, use the SSID and the network key.  
Following these steps allows the Infotainment system to run Media Control while also being connected to the Internet.  
Upload and download speeds may be reduced and data transfer between devices connected to the Wi-Fi may be slower than normal for technical reasons.  
1) Not available in all vehicle models.  
Setting up and deactivating a Wi-Fi hotspot  
The Infotainment system can be used as a Wi-Fi hotspot for Internet access on up to four Wi-Fi devices.  
To connect to the Internet and, for instance, to be able to use VW Car-Net, a data connection is additionally required, for example via an internal eSIM card, a  
CarStick or an external Wi-Fi device. The possible types of data connections depend on the country and the Infotainment system being used.  
Determining network information  
Requirements  
Your vehicle has been added to your VW Car-Net user account.  
You have paid for a data plan for your vehicle.  
1. Log in to you user account via the VW Car-Net app or the VW Car-Net portal and select the vehicle.  
2. Search for the network name (SSID) and select the network key (password) for the vehicle as follows:  
In the portal, under User  
Wi-Fi SSID and password.  
Wi-Fi SSID & password.  
Or: in the app, under User  
Connecting to Wi-Fi  
1. Tap MENU Setup  
Wi-Fi Mobile hotspot .  
2. Activate the  
Mobile hotspot checkbox.  
3. Search for available networks on the Wi-Fi device.  
4. Select from the network names (SSID).  
5. Enter the network key on the Wi-Fi device and confirm it.  
The Wi-Fi connection will be established. If necessary, you may need to enter additional information on the Wi-Fi device.  
6. Repeat the process to connect additional Wi-Fi devices.  
Deactivating a Wi-Fi hotspot  
1. Open the Hotspot settings (Wi-Fi) menu. To do this, tap MENU Settings  
Wi-Fi Mobile hotspot .  
2. Deactivate the Mobile hotspot checkbox.  
The Wi-Fi hotspot is deactivated.  
Quick connection  
Quick connection makes it possible to easily and quickly set up a wireless local network with encryption. In several countries, the function can alternatively be  
executed by scanning in a QR code.  
WPS with the Infotainment system as a Wi-Fi hotspot  
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1. Tap MENU  
Wi-Fi  
Mobile hotspot (Wi-Fi).  
2. Tap WPS quick connection (WPS button).  
3. Activate WPS on the external Wi-Fi device to be connected.  
The Wi-Fi connection will be established. If necessary, you may need to enter additional information on the Wi-Fi device.  
4. Repeat the process to connect additional Wi-Fi devices.  
Only one WPS connection can be established at a time. If multiple connection attempts start at the same time, all connection attempts will fail.  
WPS with Infotainment system as client  
1. Tap MENU  
Setup  
Wi-Fi  
Wi-Fi.  
2. Tap WPS quick connection (WPS button).  
3. Activate WPS on the external Wi-Fi device.  
The Wi-Fi connection will be established. If necessary, you may need to enter additional information on the Wi-Fi device.  
WPS is not supported by all cell phones or some external Wi-Fi devices. In this case, connect manually:  
Setting up the Infotainment system as a Wi-Fi hotspot Wi-FI hotspot, Setting up and deactivating a Wi-Fi hotspot .  
Connecting the Infotainment system as client to the hotspot of an external Wi-Fi device.  
App-Connect  
Introduction  
App-Connect makes it possible to display and control content and functions displayed on the cell phone through the Infotainment system screen.  
To do this, the cell phone must be connected to the Infotainment system via a USB interface with a data transfer function.  
Some technologies can also be used with App-Connect Wireless via the Bluetooth interface and a Wi-Fi connection.  
The following technologies may be available:  
Apple CarPlay™.  
Apple CarPlay™ Wireless.  
Android Auto™.  
Android Auto™ Wireless.  
MirrorLink®.  
Which App-Connect technologies are available to you depends on the country and on the cell phone in use.  
MirrorLink, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are technologies which are operated by third parties and provided by Volkswagen. Volkswagen is not responsible if  
these technologies are canceled, discontinued or deactivated during the service life of the vehicle.  
You can find more information on the Volkswagen website.  
App-Connect wireless function in the event of border crossings  
In the event of border crossings into countries with different permissible radio frequencies than your own country, please note the following:  
The App-Connect wireless function may be limited due to legal provisions, or may not be possible at all. This can be indicated by a message in the Infotainmen  
system.  
The App-Connect wireless function must be deactivated due to legal provisions. The Wi-Fi hotspot must be deactivated.  
This does not apply to wired functions.  
Opening the App-Connect main menu  
Navigation to the App-Connect main menu depends on the Infotainment system being used.  
1. Tap  
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Or: tap MENU  
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Or: press APP .  
Setting up App-Connect Wireless  
In order to use App-Connect Wireless, first pair the cell phone with the Infotainment system.  
Connecting a cell phone for the first time  
1. Unlock the cell phone.  
2. Activate Wi-Fi reception and Bluetooth on the cell phone.  
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