Samsung SGH-T499MAWTMB - Manual (Page 130)

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4. Enter your WAP’s password if the WAP is
secure.
5. Tap Save to store the new information and
connect to the target WAP.
Note: No prompt to enter the WAP key displays if this is the
second time to connect to a previously accessed or
secured wireless network. The WAP key is required when
the device is reset using factory default settings.
Deactivating Wi-Fi
1. Press ➔ and then tap
(Settings) ➔ Wireless and networks ➔ Wi-Fi
settings.
2. Tap the Wi-Fi field to deactivate the feature. The
checkmark grays.
Note: Use of wireless data connections such as Wi-Fi and
Bluetooth can reduce battery life and use times.
Manually Scan for a Wi-Fi Network
1. Press ➔ and then tap
(Settings) ➔ Wireless and networks ➔ Wi-Fi
settings.
2. Press and then tap Scan.
Wi-Fi Status Indicators
The following icons indicate the Wi-Fi connection
status:
Displays when Wi-Fi is connected, active,
and communicating with a Wireless Access
Point (WAP).
Displays when Wi-Fi is active and there are
open networks available.
Wi-Fi Advanced Settings
The Wi-Fi settings - Advanced menu allows you to set
up many of the device’s Wi-Fi services, including:
• Setting the Wi-Fi sleep policy
• Viewing the device’s MAC Address
• Configuring use of either a DHCP or Static IP
To access the Wi-Fi Advanced Settings menu:
1. Press ➔ and then tap
(Settings) ➔ Wireless and networks ➔ Wi-Fi
settings.
2. Press and then tap Advanced.
Mobile AP
This feature allows you to turn your phone into a Wi-Fi
hotspot. The feature works best when used in
conjunction with 3G data services.
Important!: The Mobile AP service can not be active at the same
time as Wi-Fi. Please close your Wi-Fi connection
prior to launching the Mobile AP service.
To activate the Mobile AP service: