Samsung SGH-T989AABTMB - Manual (Page 192)

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Deactivating Wi-Fi
1. Press ➔ and then tap (Settings) ➔
Wireless and network ➔ Wi-Fi settings.
2. Tap the Wi-Fi field to deactivate the feature. The
checkmark grays.
– or –
Activate and Deactiavte Wi-Fi from the Notification bar.
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 is an available
open wireless network.
Displays when Wi-Fi is configured for a direct
connection to another compatible device in the same
direct communication mode.
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 network ➔ Wi-Fi settings.
2. Press and then tap Advanced.
Tethering
This option allows you to share your phone’s mobile data
connection via a direct USB connection between your phone and
computer. A wireless version of this same functionality would be
the Mobile AP feature.