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# Dos & Don'ts

HOTSPOT1 setup guidelines and deployment best practices.

## ✅ **DO**

* 📍 **Mount your HOTSPOT1 securely** in a location with clear line-of-sight to maximize coverage.
* 🔌 **Use the included PoE (Power over Ethernet) adapter or a compatible PoE switch** to power the device.
* 🏢 **Deploy in commercial areas** - such as cafes, retail stores, co-working spaces, or public venues - to earn rewards on the Karrier One network.
* 🧭 **Onboard your HOTSPOT1 through the** [<mark style="color:orange;">**Karrier One Dashboard**</mark>](https://dashboard.karrier.one/login) to activate and begin earning.
* 🆘 **Reach out to support** if your device shows unusual behavior (e.g., unexpected LED patterns).

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## ❌ **DON’T**

* 🌡️ **Do not block any vents** - the device requires airflow to prevent overheating.
* 🔌 **Do not unplug or move the device** after onboarding without guidance from support.
* ⚙️ **Do not factory reset or manually reconfigure the device** - this can remove it from the network.
* 🏠 **Do not deploy in residential areas** - only commercial deployments are eligible for rewards.
* 📡 **Avoid placing the device in areas with poor signal visibility** or near strong interference sources (e.g., industrial machines).

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## ⚠️ **🚫&#x20;**<mark style="color:red;">**DO NOT PRESS THE RESET BUTTON**</mark>

If your HOTSPOT1 has a reset button, **do not press it**. This will erase your device’s configuration and remove it from the Karrier One network. You will **not be able to reconnect** without help from our support team, or purchasing a new device.