Context:

dormakaba EVO smart locks require a dedicated 2.4GHz 802.11 b/g/n (or earlier) wireless network with an unhidden SSID (no special characters). Port 443 (HTTPS) must be open, and a separate VLAN is essential. 

The latest dormakaba EVO Wi-Fi requirements can be found here.

Key Requirements:

• Signal Strength: Minimum -70db at the Wi-Fi communicator inside the lock. Refer to the Lock Installation Guide for communicator location.

• Heatmap: We strongly advise the property to obtain a Wi-Fi network heatmap to verify signal strength at each lock.

Best Practices:

• Use a managed wireless network for optimal coverage.

• Tune signal broadcast strength to balance coverage and minimize interference.

• Use static, staggered channel assignments; disable automated RF adjustments.

• Minimize channel overlap and reuse.

• Consider building materials (e.g., metal doors, wall thickness) for access point placement.

• Restart access points after configuration.

Recommended for Battery Life:

• Implement a Multicast filter on access points to reduce traffic.

• Turn off background scanning features on access points.

Wi-Fi Communicator Location (Varies by Model):

• Deadbolt (D) & Inter-connect (I): Inside housing.

• Mortise (M), Cylindrical (L) & Exit trim (P): Outside housing.

• Consult the Saffire EVO installation guide for specific models

Dormakaba Multi-Housing Technical Support: 1-800-849-8324 (option 3) or mhtechnicalsupport.us@dormakaba.com