3B. Web and Data Services 149 Web and DataWi-FiAbout Wi-FiWi-Fi (short for "wireless fidelity") is a term used forcertain types of wireless local area networks (WLAN).These device types use an 802.11 wirelessspecification to transmit and receive wireless data.Wi-Fi communication requires access to an existingand accessible Wireless Access Point (WAP). TheseWAPs can either be Open (unsecured) as within mostHot Spots, or Secured (requiring knowledge of theRouter name and password).Turning Wi-Fi On and OffBy default, your device’s Wi-Fi feature is turned off.Turning Wi-Fi on makes your device able to discoverand connect to compatible in-range WAPs.Turn Wi-Fi on:1. Press > and tap >Wireless & networks.2. Tap the Wi-Fi field to activate the feature(checkmark indicates active). The device scans foravailable in-range wireless networks.To turn Wi-Fi off:1. Press > and tap >Wireless & networks > Wi-Fi.2. Tap to remove the green checkmark anddeactivate Wi-Fi.To connect to a Wi-Fi network:1. Press > and tap >Wireless & networks > Wi-Fi settings. The network names and security settings (Opennetwork or Secured with WEP) of detected Wi-Finetworks are displayed in the Wi-Fi networkssection.Note: Use of wireless data connections such as Wi-Fi andBluetooth can cause an added drain to your batteryand reduce your use times.Note: When you select an open network, you will beautomatically connected to the network.M580.book Page 149 Wednesday, September 21, 2011 4:52 PM
