Samsung Galaxy S8 - Manual (Page 130)

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Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi is a term used for certain types of Wireless Local
Area Networks (WLAN). Wi-Fi communication requires
access to a wireless Access Point (AP).
Connect to a Wi‑Fi Network
To scan for a Wi-Fi network and connect to it:
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Settings > Connections > Wi‑Fi, and then
tap On/Off to turn on Wi-Fi.
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When Wi-Fi is turned on, your device
automatically scans for available networks and
displays them.
3. Tap the network you want to connect to.
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When you select an open network, you are
automatically connected to the network.
Otherwise, enter a password to connect.
Manually Connect to a Wi‑Fi Network
You can connect your device to a Wi-Fi network
manually.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Settings > Connections > Wi‑Fi, and then
tap On/Off to turn on Wi-Fi.
3. Swipe to the bottom of the screen and tap
Add network.
4. Enter information about the Wi-Fi network:
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Network name: Enter the name of the Wi-Fi
network.
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Security: Select a security option and enter your
password.
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Auto reconnect: Connect to this network
automatically whenever available.
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Show advanced options: Add advanced options
such as IP settings and Proxy settings.