72 Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi DirectSettingsWi-Fi is a term used for certaintypes of Wireless Local AreaNetworks (WLAN). Wi-Ficommunication requires accessto a Wireless Access Point(WAP).Wi-Fi Direct creates a directconnection between two ormore devices using Wi-Fi.Turn Wi-Fi On or OffTurning Wi-Fi on makes your device able to discoverand connect to compatible in-range WAPs.1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >Settings > Connections tab.2. Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap ON/OFF to turn Wi-Fi onor off.Scan and Connect to a Wi-FiNetwork1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >Settings > Connections tab.2. Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap ON/OFF to turn Wi-Fi on.3. When Wi-Fi is first turned on, your device willautomatically scan for available networks anddisplay them.4. Tap the network you want to connect to.• When you select an open network, you areautomatically connected to the network.Otherwise, enter a password to connect.• To manually scan for networks, tapMore options > Scan.Manually Connect to aWi-Fi Network1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >Settings > Connections tab.2. Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap ON/OFF to turn Wi-Fi on.3. Tap Add Wi-Fi network.4. Enter information about the Wi-Fi network:• Tap Network SSID to enter the name of theWi-Fi network.• Tap the Security field and select a securityoption and enter your password.• Tap Show advanced options if you need toadd advanced options such as Proxy settings,IP settings, or Key management.5. Tap Connect to store the new information andconnect to your target WAP.Wi-Fi Status IndicatorsThese Status Bar icons show your current Wi-Ficonnection status:Displays when Wi-Fi is connected, active,and communicating with a Wireless AccessPoint (WAP).A Wi-Fi access point is available, but yourdevice is not connected to it. It may alsodisplay if there is a communication issuewith the target Wireless Access Point(WAP).Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Direct