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 Wi-Fi network
• Use 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 Internet 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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Use Wi-Fi options

To forget a network, select the  Settings icon next to the desired network, then select Forget.

 

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Connect to a hidden network

From the Wi-Fi screen, select Add network at the bottom of the Wi-Fi network list.

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 Network preferences then select the Turn on Wi-Fi automatically switch.

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

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