Then enter your username and password. Not Helpful 38 Helpful Not Helpful 6 Helpful You should see network or WiFi options there, which will allow you to select your network and enter your password if you have one set up. Not Helpful 4 Helpful Go to the modem and type in the codes on the back. If you cannot change it, you may need to call your service provider.
Not Helpful 17 Helpful Hook your printer up to your computer and go through the printer's settings and choose the network. Then, connect or try going through the printer's settings on the printer.
Not Helpful 1 Helpful You can usually find a little brochure, card, etc. If not, call or stop by the front desk and ask the clerk. Not Helpful 8 Helpful 8. Turn your WiFi button on and off for 30 seconds.
Do the same with airplane mode, then turn off your phone, wait a minute or two and turn it on and it should work again. If not, repeat the turning off and on WiFi and airplane mode method. Not Helpful 8 Helpful 3. Include your email address to get a message when this question is answered. By using this service, some information may be shared with YouTube. Your wireless router has a default SSID name.
Anyone trying to steal Wi-Fi access can easily search for default network names and attempt default passwords or brute force cracking. Helpful Not Helpful Make sure to turn on your router's firewall. Some routers have it turned off by default, but this is an easily added level of Wi-Fi security.
Helpful 62 Not Helpful WPA2 is currently the most secure encryption method for wireless Internet connections. WEP is very old and easily bypassed by modern technology. Helpful 66 Not Helpful Make sure to note your password somewhere safe, like a notebook, in case you need it again.
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Co-authors: Updated: August 4, Categories: Wireless Networking. There, you can do things like change settings including the Wi-Fi network password. If a hacker managed to log into the admin side of your router, the hacker could change the settings including your Wi-Fi password. That would undo any other security steps you may be taking. Contact the manufacturer directly. Keep your router up to date. To make sure you hear about the latest version, register your router with the manufacturer, and sign up to get updates.
Some routers have features that can be convenient but weaken your network security. WPS lets you push a button on the router to connect a device to the internet instead of entering the network password. Lastly, UPnP lets your devices find each other on the network. These features may make it easier to, say, add devices to your network or let guests use your Wi-Fi — but they can make your network less secure. Set up a guest network.
Many routers let you set up a guest network with a different name and password. Log out as administrator. The WPA2 option is most secure for wireless connections and should be your choice.
You may not be able to choose this option if you are using an older router. Furthermore, if you will be connecting multiple devices and some of them are older router versions, you will not be able to choose and connect to a network that uses WPA2. If the option exists, select AES as the encryption algorithm. AES, also known as Advanced Encryption Standard is the most secure algorithm for wireless encryption. Certain routers may also give you the TKIP option, however, that is older and less secure.
The screen in front of you will show fields for SSID and passphrase. SSID is the name of the network, commonly known as the username while the passphrase is the password that you will need to enter on all devices trying to connect to the network.
Remember to choose a strong password. This must be a combination of letters, numbers, and symbols. If the password is easy to crack, you will not be able to keep yourself safe from hackers. Some online websites can help you choose a strong password for solid protection.
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