Wi-Fi
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Wi-Fi

Turn Wi-Fi on or off, connect to a Wi-Fi network, and remove a Wi-Fi network.
INSTRUCTIONS & INFO
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Access the Mobile Hotspot tutorial for information on connecting via a hotspot or tethering.

In this tutorial, you will learn how to:

• Access Wi-Fi
• Connect to a W-Fi network
• Wi-fi options
• Connect to a hidden network

When connected to a Wi-Fi network, the Wi-Fi icon Wi-Fi connected icon will be displayed in the Notification bar.

Note: Data transmitted over a Wi-Fi network does not count toward your AT&T data plan, and will not be billed. When using the AT&T network, data rates apply.



Access Wi-Fi

Swipe down from the Notification bar, then select and hold the wifi icon Wi-Fi icon.



Connect to a Wi-Fi network

If Wi-Fi is disabled, select the Wi-Fi switch to enable Wi-Fi services. When Wi-Fi is enabled, select the desired Wi-Fi network to establish a connection.

Note: If connecting to a secure network, enter the Wi-Fi password then select Connect. Secure networks will display with a Lock icon.


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Wi-Fi options

REFRESH NETWORK LIST: Swipe down from the Wi-Fi screen to refresh the Wi-Fi network list.

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FORGET NETWORK: Select the  Settings icon next to the desired network name, then select Forget.

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Connect to a hidden network

From the Wi-Fi screen, select Add network.

Note: When connecting to a hidden network, you will be prompted to enter the network SSID, security type, and password (if necessary) to continue.

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Tips

TURN ON WI-FI AUTOMATICALLY: From the Wi-Fi screen, select the menu Menu icon > Advanced > Turn on Wi-Fi automatically switch.

OPTIMIZE BATTERY LIFE: Turn Wi-Fi off when not in use. View Optimize Battery Life for more information.

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