Samsung SCH-L710MBBXAR - Manual (Page 121)

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Section 10: Connections
This section describes the various connections the phone
can make, including accessing the Internet with your
Browser, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and Connecting your PC.
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).
This device supports the 802.11 a/b/g/n Wi-Fi protocols.
Turning Wi-Fi On or Off
When you turn Wi-Fi on, the device automatically searches
for available, in-range “hotspots” or WAPs (Wireless Access
Points).
Turning Wi-Fi On
1. From the top of the Home screen, swipe your finger
downward to display the Notifications screen.
2. At the top of the Notifications screen, touch Wi-Fi to
turn Wi-Fi On.
Turning Wi-Fi Off
1. From the top of the Home screen, sweep your finger
downward to display Notifications.
2. At the top of the Notifications screen, touch Wi-Fi to
turn Wi-Fi Off.
Configuring Wi-Fi Settings
For more information, refer to "Wi-Fi Settings” on page 129..
Scanning and Connecting to a Wi-Fi Network
1. Turn Wi-Fi on. The device scans for available hotspots
and displays a list of any it finds.
2. To connect to a hotspot, touch it on the pop-up list.
• If the Wi-Fi network is open, you are automatically connected.
• If the Wi-Fi network is secured, enter the password at the
prompt to connect.