Connecting an Android device to the router’s access point

Android devices can be connected to the router’s Wi-Fi access point.

Open your Android device’s Wi-Fi settings from the top drop down menu or via the Settings icon.

Figure 1. Example Android Wi-Fi connection

Note

Depending on device type, manufacturer and version of the Android operating system in use, screens and options may be different than those shown in the example above.

  1. Enable Wi-Fi by setting the toggle to On (blue), and select your router’s SSID from the list of available networks.
  2. Enter your router’s Wi-Fi password and select Connect.

    The password is case sensitive.

  3. When your Android device is connected to your router’s Wi-Fi access point, “Connected” will be displayed under the router’s SSID.

For troubleshooting advice, refer to the Wi-Fi troubleshooting information in the Troubleshooting chapter: Troubleshooting