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3. Touch
Wi-Fi Direct
. Your tablet automatically scans for nearby Wi-Fi Direct devices, or you can
touch
Scan
to begin a new scan.
4. After scanning for devices, select a device, then follow the prompts to complete the connection.
– or –
Touch
Multi-connect
to create a connection to devices that support multi-connect. Touch
Scan
to search for available multi-connect devices, then select the devices and follow the prompts to
complete the connection.
Note:
Touch
> to
Help
to get additional information about Wi-Fi Direct.
Bluetooth
Bluetooth is a short-range communications technology that allows you to connect wirelessly to a
number of Bluetooth devices, such as headsets and hands-free car kits, and Bluetooth-enabled
handhelds, computers, printers, and wireless devices. The Bluetooth communication range is
usually approximately 30 feet.
Turn Bluetooth On or Off
The following procedures will guide you through turning on and turning off Bluetooth.
1. Press
and touch
>
Settings
.
2. Touch the
Bluetooth ON/OFF
slider to turn Bluetooth on.
Tip:
You can also turn Bluetooth on and off through the Notifications panel. Drag the Notifications
panel down and touch
Bluetooth
to enable or disable Bluetooth.
Note:
Turn off Bluetooth when not in use to conserve battery power, or in places where using a
wireless device is prohibited, such as aboard an aircraft and in hospitals.
Pairing with a Bluetooth Device
Pairing initiates a connection between your tablet and the target device, usually by using a passcode
or PIN. After pairing, your tablet and the target device recognize each other and exchange
information without having to enter a passcode or PIN.
1. Press
and touch
>
Settings
>
Bluetooth
.
2. Touch the
Bluetooth ON/OFF
slider to turn Bluetooth on.
3. Make sure that the target device is discoverable, so that your tablet can find it. Refer to the
instructions that came with the target device to find out how to set it to discoverable mode.
4. Touch
Scan
. Your tablet will start to scan for Bluetooth devices within range.
5. When you see the name of the target device displayed in the Bluetooth devices section, touch
the name. Your tablet then automatically tries to pair with the target device.
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If automatic pairing fails, enter the passcode supplied with the target device.