advertisement
Web and Data
Your phone’s data capabilities let you wirelessly access the Internet or your corporate network through a variety of connections, including Wi-Fi, Sprint 4G, and Data Services (Sprint 3G
Network).
This section address es your phone’s data connections and the built-in Web browser. Additional data-related features can be found in Accounts and Messaging , Apps and Entertainment , and
Tools and Calendar .
Wi-Fi
Wi-F i provides wireless Internet access over distances of up to 300 feet. To use your phone’s
WiFi, you need access to a wireless access point or “ hotspot .”
The availability and range of the Wi-Fi signal depends on a number of factors, including infrastructure and other objects through which the signal passes.
To use a Wi-Fi computer network for even faster Internet access:
► Touch
Apps > Settings > Wi-Fi .
Web and Data 74
Turn Wi-Fi On or Off
Use the Wi-Fi settings menu to enable your phone’s Wi-Fi radio and connect to an available Wi-
Fi network.
► Touch Apps > Settings > Wi-Fi . Drag the Wi-Fi power switch to the right to turn it on, drag it to the left to turn it off.
Note : To extend battery life, turn off Wi-Fi power when not in use.
Tip : You can turn off Wi-Fi notifications. Touch Menu > Advanced and uncheck the boxes next to Show Reminders , Open network , or Secure network .
Wi-Fi Search and Connect
To find networks in your range, follow the instructions below.
1. Touch Apps > Settings > Wi-Fi .
2. Turn on Wi-Fi to scan [for available networks]. If Wi-Fi is already on, touch Scan . Your phone lists the networks it finds within range.
Tip : To see your phone’s MAC address or other Wi-Fi details, touch Menu > Advanced .
3. Touch a network to connect.
4. If necessary, enter Network SSID , Security , and Wireless password , and touch
Connect . When your phone is connected to the network, the wireless indicator appears in the status bar.
Tip : When you are in range and Wi-Fi is on, you will automatically reconnect to available networks you’ve connected to before.
Web and Data 75
Wi-Fi Modes
For those who like to get a bit more technical, your phone supports the following Wi-Fi modes:
802.11 b, g, n.
Wi-Fi Hotspot
You can set up your phone as a Wi-Fi hotspot to provide portable, convenient internet access for up to eight other Wi-Fi enabled devices.
Note : You need to subscribe to Wi-Fi hotspot service to use this feature. Contact Sprint for details.
Note : Wi-Fi Hotspot is not available when roaming domestically. You can use Wi-Fi Hotspot for one device when roaming internationally.
Setting up the Hotspot
Set up your hotspot’s security features.
Note : Risks can be associated with connecting to the public internet. Your phone allows you to create a 3G or 4G Mobile Hotspot, which may be accessible by unauthorized users. It is highly recommended that you use a password other possible steps to protect your computer from unauthorized access.
To add security to your Wi-Fi hotspot:
1. Touch Apps > Settings > Tethering & Mobile Hotspot > Mobile Hotspot settings > Configure Mobile Hotspot if you have already turned it on.
2. Touch a setting to modify it:
Network SSID : Enter a unique name for your hotspot.
Security: Select the type of security you want, and touch Save : WPA2 PSK . Enter a unique Wireless password. Other users can access your Wi-Fi hotspot only if they enter the correct password.
Password: Enter a unique password for your hotspot.
Broadcast Channel : Select a channel that minimizes potential interference. You may need to try different channels after your hotspot is active for a time.
3. Touch Save when the settings are complete.
Web and Data 76
Activating the Hotspot
Turn your hotspot on.
► Touch Apps > Settings > Tethering & Mobile Hotspot > Mobile Hotspot .
When your Wi-Fi hotspot is active, other Wi-Fi enabled devices can connect by entering your hotspot ’s SSID , selecting a Security type, and entering the correct Wireless password .
Browser
Your phone’s Web browser gives you full access to both mobile and traditional websites on the go, using 3G, 4G, or Wi-Fi data connections.
► To open the browser, touch Apps > Browser .
► To go to a Web page, touch the URL area to enter a Web address.
Your Browser
Web pages look like the following example.
Web and Data 77
Note : If you can’t connect, contact Sprint.
Connect
Your phone uses the mobile phone network (over the air) or a Wi-Fi connection to automatically access the Web.
To use a Wi-Fi connection, touch Apps > Settings > Wi-Fi , and drag the power switch to the left to turn on and search for nearby wireless networks. Touch a network to connect.
Select Links
When you touch a link, your phone outlines it and goes to that page. If you touch and hold the link, your phone shows options, such as Open in new tab or Save link .
See Options
Touch Menu with the browser open to see these options.
Options
Refresh
Forward
Reload the current page.
Navigate to previously viewed pages.
Web and Data 78
Homepage
Bookmarks
Save to bookmarks
Share page
Find on page
Request desktop site
Return to your homepage.
See your bookmarks.
Bookmark the current webpage.
Share page via Bluetooth, Email, and more.
Find a word or phrase on current website.
Open the standard desktop website instead of the mobile version.
Save current webpage for offline viewing.
Open page and privacy settings.
Save for offline reading
Settings
Print Print the current webpage.
Exit Close the browser app.
Go to a Specific Website
Below are the instructions to enter a URL (Web address).
1. Touch the URL field at the top of the browser screen.
2. Use the keyboard to type the address. If the website you want appears within the suggested sites list, tap the entry to begin surfing.
3. Press Enter . If using the touchscreen keyboard, press Go .
Adjust Browser Settings
You can change the page settings for your browser, including default zoom level, pop-up blocking, display options, setting your home page, and more.
1. Touch Browser > Menu > Settings .
2. Choose from these options:
General : Set the homepage and auto-fill setting.
Privacy & security : Manage the browser’s privacy and security settings.
Accessibility : Set browser accessibility features such as text size and zoom.
Web and Data 79
Advanced : Manage advanced browser features such as blocking pop-ups and default zoom.
Bandwidth management : Set how your browser manages images and search result preloading.
Labs : Set up Quick controls and Fullscreen mode.
YouTube™
Share videos with YouTube users everywhe re. You don’t need a YouTube account to browse and view videos.
► Touch Apps > YouTube .
Note : If you want a YouTube account, go to youtube.com
.
Sign into Your YouTube Account
1. Touch Apps > YouTube > Account .
2. Touch your Google ™ Account or touch Add account to enter your information.
Web and Data 80
advertisement