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1. Open Android Settings and touch Mobile networks ➙ Network operators ➙ Search networks. The
list of mobile data networks currently available is displayed.
2. Touch a network from the network list, and then follow the instructions on the screen to establish
the connection.
Note: If you use a mobile data network, you might have to sign up for a data plan with your service carrier in
your area. With some carriers, you can choose a data plan, track your data usage, and change or cancel
your plan. With some plans you pay based on the amount of data used, while with other plans you pay a
fixed fee for unlimited data use.
Connecting to a Wi-Fi network
Wi-Fi is a wireless networking technology that provides network access at distances of up to 100 meters
(328 feet) depending on the Wi-Fi router and your surroundings. You can connect any ThinkPad Tablet to
a Wi-Fi network.
A Wi-Fi connection requires access to a functioning Wireless Access Point (WAP), also called a hotspot.
Some hotspots are open to the public, but some others implement security features to limit access to
specific groups or individuals.
Note: The range and quality of the Wi-Fi signal is affected by the number of connected devices, the
infrastructure, and the objects through which the signal is transmitted.
Connecting to a Wi-Fi network
To establish a Wi-Fi network connection, do the following:
1. Open Android Settings and switch on Wi-Fi. A list of available networks is displayed.
2. Touch a Wi-Fi network to connect to it. If the network is secured, type the required password or other
credentials.
Your tablet supports the proxy feature for Wi-Fi connection. The proxy feature enables you to access more
Web-based source and browse Internet more securely. If you want to configure the proxy settings when you
are connecting to a Wi-Fi network, select the Show advanced options check box. For more information
about proxy settings, consult your IT administrators.
When you are connected to a Wi-Fi network, touch its name on the Wi-Fi settings screen for details about
the speed, security, address, and related information.
Adding a Wi-Fi network
If you want to access a Wi-Fi network that does not broadcast its network name (also called a service set
identifier or SSID), you must add that Wi-Fi network before you can connect to it.
To add a Wi-Fi network, do the following:
1. Turn on Wi-Fi first.
2. Open Android Settings and touch Wi-Fi ➙ ADD NETWORK.
3. Type the required information for the network.
4. Touch Save. The information about the network is saved. The Wi-Fi connection will be established
automatically the next time you come within the range of this network.
Disabling an automatic Wi-Fi connection
If you do not want the tablet to automatically connect to a specific Wi-Fi network that you had previously
configured, do the following:
1. Open Android Settings. Switch on Wi-Fi if it is disabled.
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