Section 7: Connections; Wi-Fi - Samsung GALAXY S4 mini User Manual

Section 7: Connections

Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi is a wireless networking technology that provides
access to local area networks.
Wi-Fi communication requires access to an existing Wi-Fi
network. Wi-Fi networks can be Open (unsecured), or
Secured (requiring you to provide login credentials).
Your device supports the 802.11 a/b/g/n Wi-Fi protocols.
Turn Wi-Fi On or Off
When Wi-Fi is turned on, your phone will notify you of
available Wi-Fi networks.
1. From the Home screen, touch
Settings
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2. Touch ON/OFF to turn Wi-Fi on or off.
Tip: You can also quickly turn Wi-Fi on or off using Quick
Settings. From the Home screen, sweep your finger
downward to display the Notification Panel. Touch the
Wi-Fi button to turn Wi-Fi on (green) or off (gray).
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Wi-Fi Status Indicators
The following icons show your Wi-Fi connection status:
Wi-Fi is connected, active, and communicating
with a Wireless Access Point (WAP).
A Wi-Fi access point available, but you are not
connected to it. It may also display if there is
a communication issue with the target
Wireless Access Point (WAP).
Scan and Connect to a Wi-Fi Network
When you turn on Wi-Fi, your device searches for available
Wi-Fi connections and displays them.
1. From the Home screen, touch
Settings
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2. Touch Wi-Fi.
3. Touch ON/OFF to turn Wi-Fi on.
4. When your device completes a scan, touch a Wi-Fi
network to connect. If the Wi-Fi network is open, you
will be automatically connected. If the Wi-Fi network is
secured, enter the password at the prompt to connect.
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