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Section 6: Connections
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi is a wireless networking technology that provides
access to local area networks.
Wi-Fi communication requires access to an existing Wi-Fi
network. Wi-Fi networks can be Open (unsecured), or
Secured (requiring you to provide login credentials).
Your device supports the 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2.4 GHz and
5.0 GHz) Wi-Fi protocols.
Turn Wi-Fi On or Off
When Wi-Fi is turned on, your tablet will notify you of
available Wi-Fi networks, and you can connect to the Wi-Fi
networks.
1. From a Home screen, touch
Apps ➔ Settings .
2. Touch
Wi-Fi .
3. Touch
OFF/ON to turn Wi-Fi on or off.
Tip: You can also quickly turn Wi-Fi on or off using Quick
Settings. From a Home screen, sweep your finger
downward to display the Notification Panel. Touch the
Wi-Fi button to turn Wi-Fi on (green) or off (gray).
Scan and Connect to a Wi-Fi Network
When you turn on Wi-Fi, your device searches for available
Wi-Fi connections and displays them.
1. From a Home screen, touch
Apps ➔ Settings .
2. Touch
Wi-Fi . Touch OFF/ON to turn Wi-Fi on.
3. When your device completes a scan, touch a Wi-Fi
network to connect. If the Wi-Fi network is open, you
will be automatically connected. If the Wi-Fi network is
secured, enter the password at the prompt to connect.