Samsung SGH-I577 User Manual Ver.lb8_f4 (English(north America)) - Page 134

Note: When you select an open network, you will be automatically connected to the network. 3. Enter a wireless password if necessary. Manually add your new network connection 1. Tap Add Wi-Fi network. 2. Enter the Network SSID. This is the name of your Wireless Access Point. 3. Tap the Security field and select a security option. This must match the current security setting on your target WAP. 4. If secured, you will also need to enter your WAP's password. 5. Tap Save to store the new information and connect to your target WAP. Note: The next time your device connects to a previously accessed or secured wireless network, you are not prompted to enter the WAP key again, unless you reset your device back to its factory default settings. Turning Wi-Fi Off 1. From the Home screen, tap ➔ Settings ➔ Wireless 129 and network ➔ Wi-Fi settings. 2. Tap the Wi-Fi field to deactivate the feature. The green checkmark will be removed. Note: Use of wireless data connections such as Wi-Fi and Bluetooth can cause an added drain to your battery and reduce your use times. Manually Scan for a Wi-Fi Network 1. From the Home screen, tap ➔ Settings ➔ Wireless and network ➔ Wi-Fi settings. 2. Press ➔ Scan. Wi-Fi Status Indicators The following icons show your Wi-Fi connection status at a glance: Displays when Wi-Fi is connected, active, and communicating with a Wireless Access Point (WAP). Displays when Wi-Fi is active but there is a communication issue with the target Wireless Access Point (WAP). Displays when connected to another device using Wi-Fi Direct. For more information, refer to "Wi-Fi Direct" on page 130.