How To Use Wi-Fi On Samsung Galaxy Note 2
Learn how to use Wi-Fi on Samsung Galaxy Note 2. Wi-Fi (short for “wireless fidelity”) is a term used for certain types of Wireless Local Area Networks (WLAN). Wi-Fi communication requires access to an existing and accessible Wireless Access Point (WAP). These WAPs can either be Open (unsecured) as within most Hot Spots, or Secured (requiring knowledge of the Router name and password).
Note: After you complete a connection to an active Wi-Fi network, the Wi-Fi Calling feature will automatically be enabled.
How to activate Wi-Fi on Samsung Galaxy Note 2
By default, your devices Wi-Fi feature is turned off (deactivated). Activating Wi-Fi allows your device to discover and connect to compatible in-range WAPs (Wireless Access Points).
- Press Home button > Menu key and then tap Settings.
- In a single motion touch and slide the Wi-Fi slider to the right to turn it on. The slider color indicates the activation status. The device scans for available in-range wireless networks and displays them under Wi-Fi networks on the same screen.
How to connect to a Wi-Fi Network on Samsung Galaxy Note 2
- Press Home button > Menu key and then tap Settings > Wi-Fi. The network names and security settings (Open network or Secured with WEP) of detected Wi-Fi networks display in the Wi-Fi networks section.
- Tap the network you wish to connect to.
Note: When you select an open network you are automatically connected.
- Enter a wireless password (if necessary).
- Tap Connect.
How to add a new Network Connection on Samsung Galaxy Note 2
- From the Wi-Fi network screen, tap Add Wi-Fi network.
- Enter the Network SSID (the name of your Wireless Access Point).
- Tap the Security field and select a security option. This must match the current security setting on your target WAP.
- Enter your WAPs password if the WAP is secure.
- Tap Save to store the new information and connect to the target WAP.
Note: No prompt to enter the WAP key displays if this is the second time to connect to a previously accessed or secured wireless network. The WAP key is required when the device is reset using factory default settings.
How to deactivate Wi-Fi on Samsung Galaxy Note 2
- Press Home button > Menu key and then tap Settings.
- In a single motion touch and slide the Wi-Fi slider to the left to turn it off.
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- Activate and Deactivate Wi-Fi from the Notification bar.
Note: Use of wireless data connections such as Wi-Fi and Bluetooth can reduce battery life and use times.
How to scan for a Wi-Fi Network on Samsung Galaxy Note 2
- Press Home button > Menu key and then tap Settings > Wi-Fi.
- In a single motion touch and slide the Wi-Fi slider to the right to turn it on.
- Tap Scan.
Wi-Fi Advanced Settings on Samsung Galaxy Note 2
The Wi-Fi settings – Advanced menu allows you to set up many of the devices Wi-Fi services, including:
- Setting the Wi-Fi sleep policy
- Viewing the devices MAC Address
- Configuring use of either a DHCP or Static IP
To access the Wi-Fi Advanced Settings menu:
- Press Home button > Menu key and then tap Settings > Wi-Fi.
- Press Menu key and then tap Advanced.