Samsung SCH-R720ZAAMTR - Manual (Page 65)

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Section 10: Connections
Your phone includes features to connect to the internet and to
other devices, via Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and Dial Up Networking.
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi is a wireless networking technology that provides access to
local area networks. Use your phone’s Wi-Fi feature to:
• Access the internet for browsing, or to send or receive email.
• Access your corporate network.
• Use hotspots provided by hotels or airports while traveling.
Wi-Fi communication requires access to an existing Wireless
Access Point (WAP). WAPs can be Open (unsecured, as with most
hotspots), or Secured (requiring you to provide login credentials).
Your phone supports the 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi protocol.
Configuring Wi-Fi Settings
Configure your phone’s Wi-Fi settings. (For more information,
refer to “Wi-Fi settings” on page 76.)
Turning Wi-Fi On or Off
Turn your phone’s Wi-Fi service on or off. When you turn Wi-Fi
service on, your phone automatically searches for available, in-
range WAPs (Wireless Access Points).
Turning Wi-Fi On or Off
1. Navigate to a Home screen panel, then press Menu
and touch Settings ➔ Wireless & networks.
2. Touch Wi-Fi to turn Wi-Fi On or Off. When on, a check mark
appears in the check box.
Scanning and Connecting to a Wi-Fi Network
When you turn on Wi-Fi, your phone searches for available Wi-Fi
connections, then displays them on screen.
1. Turn on Wi-Fi. For more information, see “Turning Wi-Fi On
or Off”.
2. Touch Wi-Fi settings.
3. If needed, touch a Wi-Fi network to connect, you will be
prompted to confirm the connection.
• If the Wi-Fi network is open, touch Connect. You will be
automatically connected.
• If the Wi-Fi network is secured, enter the password at the prompt,
then touch Connect. You will be automatically connected.