User Guide

Connections 67
Section 8: Connections
Your device includes features to connect to the internet and
to other devices.
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi is a wireless networking technology that provides access to
local area networks, and to other Wi-Fi Direct devices.
Wi-Fi networks, or Access Points (WAPs) can be Open
(unsecured), or Secured (requiring you to provide login
credentials). Your device supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n.
By default, your device will notify you of nearby Wi-Fi networks
when you launch a high data usage application. You can also
configure your device to automatically connect to known Wi-Fi
networks when you launch a high data usage application. To
configure these and other Wi-Fi settings, refer to Settings >
Wireless and networks > Wi-Fi settings .
Configuring Wi-Fi Settings
Configure your device’s Wi-Fi settings. For more information,
see “Wi-Fi settings” on page 95.
Turning Wi-Fi On or Off
Turn your device’s Wi-Fi service on or off. When you turn Wi-
Fi service on, your device automatically searches for
available, in-range Wireless Access Points (WAPs).
1. From the Home screen, touch
Apps ➔
Settings ➔ Wireless and networks .
2. Touch
Wi-Fi to turn Wi-Fi On or Off. When on, a check
appears in the checkbox.
Tip: To quickly turn on Wi-Fi from any screen, touch the right
side of the System bar , then touch Wi-Fi Off .