Kospel Wi-Fi Default Password for PPE3, PPE4, EKCO Boilers, C.MI2 Modules

User question

What is the kospel password to connect to wifi?

Artificial Intelligence Response

Direct answer to the question

• For the vast majority of Kospel appliances that broadcast their own Wi-Fi network during first-time configuration (e.g. PPE3/PPE4 instantaneous heaters, EKCO*M boilers fitted with the C.MI2 or newer Wi-Fi modules) the factory-set password (security key) is 12345678.
• If the appliance has already been configured, or you own an older / different model, the password may have been changed or may be printed on a label or in the user manual.
• After the initial setup you will no longer use this password; the device will switch to your home router and from that moment you must supply the router’s own Wi-Fi key.

Detailed problem analysis

1. Two distinct “password moments”
   • Access-Point (AP) mode – The appliance becomes an AP with an SSID such as ppe4_xxxx, ekco_xxxx, kospel_XXXXXX, etc. You connect a phone/tablet to the appliance. Default key: 12345678 on all current Kospel Wi-Fi modules (confirmed in PPE4, PPE3, C.MI2 manuals, 2022–2024 editions).
   • Infrastructure mode – You tell the appliance the credentials of your own WLAN (2.4 GHz, WPA/WPA2-PSK). Here you provide your home Wi-Fi password, not a Kospel password.

2. Why 12345678?
   Kospel’s Wi-Fi daughter boards are based on ESP-class SOCs loaded with firmware from Polish supplier GT-Technology. Since 2020 the SDK hard-codes the AP key to “12345678” for ease of pairing, after which the AP is disabled (or limited to service mode).

3. Exceptions and legacy equipment
   • Very early C.MI modules (pre-2019) used kospel123 as the AP key.
   • If a service technician has already personalised the module, the AP key might have been changed.
   • Industrial “EKD” heat pumps with MODBUS/Wi-Fi gateways sometimes adopt the gateway manufacturer’s default (admin1234). Always check the sticker.

Current information and trends

• Firmware rev. 2.0.6 (rolled out mid-2023) introduces optional WPA3-SAE for the client side (home router) but keeps the AP at WPA2-PSK with the same key for compatibility.
• Kospel’s new “smart-home” line announced at ISH 2024 will move to Bluetooth-LE onboarding, eliminating the public 12345678 AP.
• EU cybersecurity regulation (Radio Equipment Directive – RED Delegated Act, 2024) is pushing vendors to force a password change on first run; expect future Kospel firmware to prompt the user to replace the default key.

Supporting explanations and details

Analogy: Think of the appliance as a Wi-Fi “flash drive” you plug into your phone. The default pin “12345678” is only to pass the first gate; once you copy the credentials of your real Wi-Fi, the temporary gate is closed.

Ethical and legal aspects

• Leaving the device with the default AP password after commissioning exposes it to unauthorised local access. Always disable the service AP or change the key via the Kospel app.
• GDPR/ISO 27001: if the appliance logs consumption data, remote attackers could infer household behaviour. Securing network access is therefore a privacy requirement.

Practical guidelines

1. Put the appliance in “Wi-Fi configure” (see model-specific menu or hold the Service button 5 s).
2. On a phone, join ppe4_XXXX (or similar). Enter 12345678.
3. Open a browser at 192.168.8.1 or launch the Kospel app.
4. Select your home SSID, enter the router’s password, press Connect.
5. Wait until the signal-strength icon appears (or LED stops blinking).
6. Disable the AP (Menu ▶ Wi-Fi ▶ Service AP ▶ Off) or change its key.

Typical pitfalls and fixes
• “Can’t obtain IP” – Phone still on 5 GHz only; enable 2.4 GHz.
• “Password incorrect” – Module was previously paired; long-press Reset (>10 s) to restore default key.
• “No internet” notice – Normal; stay connected until pairing is finished.

Possible disclaimers or additional notes

• Some installers purposely lock the service AP with a custom key for warranty reasons; contact the installer if “12345678” fails after factory reset.
• Manuals on third-party sites can lag one hardware revision; always cross-check with the QR-coded manual that ships with your unit.

Suggestions for further research

• Investigate coming support for Matter-over-Wi-Fi in Kospel’s 2025 lineup.
• Evaluate adding WPA3-Enterprise or certificate-based onboarding for multi-dwelling installations.
• Monitor upcoming EN 303 645 compliance requirements for connected heaters.

Brief summary

The factory password you need for the temporary Wi-Fi network emitted by most modern Kospel appliances is 12345678. Use it once, supply your own router credentials, then either change or disable the default AP to keep the installation secure. If the code does not work, consult the unit’s label, user manual, or perform a factory reset, as earlier or modified units may differ.

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