LG Electronics MFL67696601 manual Connecting to Wi-Fi Networks

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Connecting to Wi-Fi Networks

Wi-Fi is a wireless networking technology that can provide Internet access at distances of up to 100 meters, depending on the Wi-Fi router and your surroundings.

To use Wi-Fi on your phone, you must connect to a wireless access point. Some access points are open and you can simply connect to them. Others are hidden or implement other security features, so you must configure your phone so it can connect to them.

Turn off Wi-Fi when you’re not using it to extend the life of your battery.

The following Status Bar icons indicate your Wi-Fi status.

Connected to a Wi-Fi network (waves indicate connection strength).

An open Wi-Fi network is available and in range.

When you connect to a Wi-Fi network, the phone obtains a network address and other information it needs from the network, using the DHCP protocol. To view advanced settings, from Wi-Fi settings touch the Menu

Key > Advanced or touch and hold the connected network > Modify network and check the Show advanced options.

To turn Wi-Fi on and connect to a Wi-Fi network

1.From the Home screen, touch the Apps Key > Settings > Wi-Fi.

2.If the Wi-Fi button is on the left and the icon is grey-colored, drag the button to the right to turn on Wi-Fi. The button turns blue and your device scans for available Wi-Fi networks.

3.Touch a network and then touch Connect to connect to it.

OIf the network is open, you can connect to the network directly by touching the network name.

OIf the network is secured, you will be prompted to enter a password