Samsung Galaxy Avant User Manual
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Section 9: Changing Your Settings 65
Access Point Names
To access a wireless access point:
► From the Mobile networks page, tap Access Point Names. A list of the Access point names display. The active
access point displays a bright green, filled circle to the right of the name.
Network mode
You can configure your device to either automatically select the LTE option (LTE/WCDMA/GSM (auto
connect) [by default]), WCDMA/GSM (auto connect), GSM only, or WCDMA only.
► From the Mobile networks page, tap Network mode.
● LTE/WCDMA/GSM (auto connect): The default network mode option. This selection allows the device to
choose the fastest connection from among the available connection speeds, including LTE.
● WCDMA/GSM (auto connect): Allows you to exclude the LTE network and choose from only 4G, 3G, and 2G
networks.
● WCDMA only: Restricts your connection to only the 3G network.
● GSM only: Restricts your connection to only the 2G network.
Using the LTE Network Option
To confirm you are always using the fastest possible connection, the device has an automatic detection
method where it finds both the fastest and most stable connection/communication method from among this
selected set (LTE/4G/3G/2G).
1. From the Mobile networks page, tap Network mode.
2. Tap LTE/WCDMA/GSM (auto connect). A selection indicator displays next to this option to show that it is
active. This is the default mode for this device.
Using the WCDMA/GSM Option
If you wish to not use LTE but still require a fast connection using the standard 3G/2G network speed, follow
these instructions to connect to these network types.
1. From the Mobile networks page, tap Network mode.
2. Tap WCDMA/GSM (auto connect). A selection indicator displays next to this option to show that it is active.
This is the default mode for this device.
Using the WCDMA - 3G Only Network
This option uses a 3G connection only.
1. From the Mobile networks page, tap Network mode.
2. Tap WCDMA only. A check mark displays next to this option to indicate that it is active. Connecting to 3G
networks slows the data transfer speed and time.
Using the 2G - GSM Only Network
If you are not using applications that require a faster network speed (any application that accesses the
network or uses a browser), using the 2G only (WCDMA) network saves battery life.
1. From the Mobile networks page, tap Network mode.
2. Tap GSM only. A check mark displays next to this option to indicate that it is active. Connecting to 2G
networks slows the data transfer speed and time.
Network Operators
Using this feature you can view the current network connection. You can also scan and select a network
operator manually, or set the network selection to Automatic.
1. From the Mobile networks page, tap Network mode > Network operators. The current network connection
displays at the bottom of the list.
Important! You must deactivate data service prior to searching for an available network.
2. Tap Search now to manually search for a network.
3. Tap Select automatically to automatically select a network connection.
Note: Connecting to 2G networks slows the data transfer speed and time.
Default Setup Options
Your device default is set to Automatic (to automatically search for an available network. You can set this
option to Manual to select a network each time you connect.
1. From the Mobile networks page, tap Network mode > Network operators > Default setup.
2. Tap Automatic to allow the device to automatically
select a network.
– or –
Tap Manual to locate and connect to a network manually.
VPN
The VPN settings menu allows you to set up and manage Virtual Private Networks (VPNs).
Note: Before using VPN, you must first set up a screen unlock PIN or password. For more information, refer to
Adding a VPN
Before you add a VPN you must determine which VPN protocol to use: PPTP, L2TP/IPSec PSK, L2TP/IPSec
RSA, IPSec Xauth PSK, IPSec Xauth RSA, IPSec Hybrid RSA.
Important! Before you can use a VPN you must establish and configure one.
1. From the More networks page, tap the VPN field.
2. If prompted, read the screen lock information and follow the onscreen steps to setup an unlock PIN or
password.
3. Choose a VPN category type: Basic VPN or Advanced IPSec VPN.
4. Tap
Tap to add VPNs.
5. In the form that appears, fill in the information provided by your network administrator.
6. Tap Save.
Note: Similar setup process can be used for all available VPN types.