126Section 10: ConnectionsThis section describes the various connections the phonecan make, including accessing the Internet with yourBrowser, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and Connecting your PC.Wi-FiWi-Fi is a wireless networking technology that providesaccess to local area networks.Wi-Fi communication requires access to an existing Wi-Finetwork. Wi-Fi networks can be Open (unsecured), orSecured (requiring you to provide login credentials).This phone supports the 802.11 a/b/g/n Wi-Fi protocols.Configuring Wi-Fi SettingsConfigure the phone’s Wi-Fi settings. For more information,see “Wi-Fi Settings” on page 141.Turning Wi-Fi On or OffWhen you turn Wi-Fi service on, the phone automaticallysearches for available, in-range “hotspots” [also termedWAPs (Wireless Access Points)].Turning Wi-Fi On1. From the top of the Home screen, swipe your fingerdownward to display the Notifications screen.2. At the top of the Notifications screen, touch Wi-Fi toturn Wi-Fi On.Turning Wi-Fi Off1. From the top of the Home screen, sweep your fingerdownward to display Notifications.2. At the top of the Notifications screen, touch Wi-Fi toturn Wi-Fi Off.Scanning and Connecting to a Wi-Fi Network1. Turn Wi-Fi on (See “Turning Wi-Fi On” ). The phonescans for available hotspots and displays a list of any itfinds.2. To connect to a hotspot, touch it on the pop-up list.• If the Wi-Fi network is open, you are automatically connected.• If the Wi-Fi network is secured, enter the password at theprompt to connect.
