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Connections 63
Section 10: Connections
Your phone includes features to connect to the internet and to
other devices, via Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and Dial Up Networking.
Airplane mode
When airplane mode is activated, all your phone’s wireless
connections are disabled, and you cannot make or receive calls
or messages or connect to networks. While in airplane mode, you
can use other features of your phone, such as playing music,
watching videos, or other applications.
1.
From the Home screen, touch
Menu
➔
Settings
➔
Wireless & networks
.
2.
Touch
Airplane mode
to activate or deactivate airplane
mode. When activated, a check displays in the check box.
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi is a wireless networking technology that provides access to
local area networks. Use your phone’s Wi-Fi feature to:
•
Access the internet for browsing, or to send or receive email.
•
Access your corporate network.
•
Use hotspots provided by hotels or airports while traveling.
Wi-Fi communication requires access to an existing Wireless
Access Point (WAP). WAPs can be Open (unsecured, as with most
hotspots), or Secured (requiring you to provide login credentials).
Your phone supports the 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi protocol.
Turning Wi-Fi On or Off
Turn your phone’s Wi-Fi service on or off. When you turn Wi-Fi
service on, your phone automatically searches for available, in-
range Wireless Access Points (WAPs).
1.
From the Home screen, touch
Menu
➔
Settings
➔
Wireless & networks
.
2.
Touch
Wi-Fi
to turn Wi-Fi On or Off. A check displays in the
check box to indicate activation.
Scanning and Connecting to a Wi-Fi Network
When you turn on Wi-Fi, your phone searches for available Wi-Fi
connections, then displays them on screen.
1.
From the Home screen, touch
Menu
➔
Settings
➔
Wireless & networks
.
2.
Touch
Wi-Fi
to turn Wi-Fi On or Off. A check displays in the
check box to indicate activation.