Learn how to use WiFi on Samsung Galaxy Note 4. Wi-Fi is a term used for certain types of Wireless Local Area Networks (WLAN). Wi-Fi communication requires access to a Wireless Access Point (WAP).
Turn Wi-Fi On or Off
Turning Wi-Fi on makes your device able to discover and connect to compatible in-range WAPs.
- From a Home screen, tap Apps icon > Settings.
- Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap ON/OFF to turn Wi-Fi on or off.
Scan and Connect to a Wi-Fi Network
- From a Home screen, tap Apps icon > Settings.
- Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap ON/OFF to turn Wi-Fi on. When Wi-Fi is first turned on, your device will automatically scan for available networks and display them.
- Tap the network you want to connect to.
- When you select an open network, you are automatically connected to the network. Otherwise, enter a password to connect.
- To manually scan for networks, tap More options icon > Scan.
Manually Connect to a Wi-Fi Network
- From a Home screen, tap Apps icon > Settings.
- Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap ON/OFF to turn Wi-Fi on.
- Tap Add Wi-Fi network.
- Enter information about the Wi-Fi network:
- Tap Network SSID to enter the name of the Wi-Fi network.
- Tap Security and select a security option and enter your password.
- Tap Show advanced options, if you need to add advanced options such as Proxy settings, IP settings, or Key management.
- Tap Connect to store the new information and connect to your target WAP.
Wi-Fi Status Indicators
These Status bar icons show your current Wi-Fi connection status:
- Displays when Wi-Fi is connected, active, and communicating with a Wireless Access Point (WAP).
- An Wi-Fi access point is 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).
Note: For more information on WiFi Settings, ReferHow to use WiFi Settings on Samsung Galaxy Note 4.
