Connect to a hidden Wi-Fi network
If the Wi-Fi network you want is not listed after a scan, you can still connect to it by
entering the information manually.
Ask the Wi-Fi network administrator for the name and password before you begin.
1.
From Settings, tap Connections > Wi-Fi, and then tap to turn on Wi-Fi.
2.
Tap Add network at the bottom of the list.
3. Enter information about the Wi-Fi network:
• Network name: Type the exact name of the network.
• Security: Select a security option from the list, and enter the password if
required.
• Auto reconnect: Choose this option if you want to automatically reconnect to
this network whenever you are in range.
• Advanced: Add any advanced options, such as IP and Proxy settings.
4. Tap Save.
Advanced Wi-Fi settings
You can configure connections to various types of Wi-Fi networks and hotspots,
manage saved networks and look up your device's network addresses.
1.
From Settings, tap Connections > Wi-Fi, and then tap to turn on Wi-Fi.
2.
Tap More options > Advanced.
• Switch to mobile data: When enabled, your device will switch to mobile data
whenever the Wi-Fi connection is unstable. When the Wi-Fi signal is strong, it
switches back to Wi-Fi.
• Turn on Wi-Fi automatically: Turn on Wi-Fi in frequently-used locations.
• Show network quality info: Display network information (such as speed and
stability) in the list of available Wi-Fi networks.
• Wi-Fi notifications: Receive notifications when open networks in range are
detected.
• Show Wi-Fi pop-up: Alert me that Wi-Fi is available when opening apps.
• Manage networks: View saved Wi-Fi networks and configure whether to auto
reconnect to or forget individual networks.
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