> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.ava.do/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.ava.do/your-avado/connecting-to-your-avado/quick-access-via-avado-wi-fi.md).

# Quick Access via AVADO Wi-Fi

The first thing to do when you've received your AVADO is to connect through its Wi-Fi Hotspot.

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1. Connect your AVADO to your router. Use the ethernet cable provided.
2. Power on.\
   Plug your AVADO into an electrical outlet. It will start automatically.
3. Get access to AVADO:
   * On your computer or phone, connect to the newly created AVADO Wi-Fi network. The default SSID is `AVADO`, and the default password is `avado123`
   * On a browser, navigate to <http://ava.do/start>
   * If there are new updates available, it will automatically download them.
   * Then go to the **AVADO Admin** to see the **Home** page. You can always come back to it by navigating to <http://my.ava.do>

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Home tells you at a glance whether your AVADO is healthy, and what to do if it isn't. To learn what's where, see [Finding Your Way Around](/your-avado/finding-your-way-around.md).

Before you explore further, we recommend that you first install [Remote Connect](/your-avado/connecting-to-your-avado/set-up-remote-connect-+-zerotier.md). Home shows a tip **Set up remote access** with an **Install Remote Connect** button. See the next section for details.

If you encounter any problem, please consult the [Connection Troubleshooting](/quick-help/connection-troubleshooting.md) page, or see [other ways to get help](/your-avado/avado-support-community.md).