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connectivity Fridge SRL4200S
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11-9-2026 04:08 AM
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PatsyLisle
Astronaut
Hi, Months ago, I tried to disconnect my fridge completely from the internet. I don't use the wifi connection myself, but I also don't want to be exposed to external attacks. Now my assumption that these devices would be hacked has been proved correct in disastrous hacking attacks across Europe. Please tell me if there is some way to completely disable the connectivity of my fridge.
If it's not possible, please set to making it possible with a software update so those of us who want to, can protect ourselves from malicious attacks. I would never have bought your product if I'd realised I was locked in to either your company or hackers interfering with it.
If you can't manage this via software, maybe you could provide instructions for an electrician or some other professional to take out the wiring or whatever? I have no idea what kind of mechanism is in operation, but surely someone could remove it without causing the fridge to stop functioning? Instructions please!
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AAbbott
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11-9-2026 11:28 AM
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I would think not setting it up to connect to your network would do just that. Surely there must be something in the manual about turning wi-fi off from the settings so that no one can add it to a network remotely (which would be hard to do, since you have to manipulate certain controls on the device physically). I am certain that there is no wholesale taking over control of kitchen appliances going on, even in Europe. There may be some incidents, but I am sure they are rare and sensationalized, and being perpetrated by people who know the appliance owners. Just for future reference, any device marketed as "smart" has a connection to the internet: Smart hub, smart thermostat, smart bulbs, etc.
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