Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 8.1
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Enabling wireless connection
To enable wireless functions, do one of the following:
• Press F7 ( ) to disable airplane mode.
• Open the charms and select Settings to open the network configuration page.
Then toggle the airplane mode switch to Off.
Connecting to a wireless network
After wireless has been enabled, the computer will automatically scan for available wireless
networks and display them in the wireless network list. To connect to a wireless network, click
the network name in the list, and then click Connect.
Note: Ensure the Wi-Fi switch on the Network configuration page is toggled to On.
Note: Some networks require a network security key or passphrase for connection. To connect to one of
those networks, ask the network administrator or the Internet service provider (ISP) for the security
key or passphrase.
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