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This article will teach you how to connect to your modem's WiFi (wireless) network using a computer, smartphone or tablet.

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• Things you’ll need
• Connect to WiFi with Windows 10
• Connect to WiFi with Windows 8
• Connect to WiFi with Windows 7
• Connect to WiFi with MAC OSX
• Connect to WiFi with macOS
• Connect to WiFi with Apple iOS
• Connect to WiFi with Android OS
• Connect to WiFi via WPS

Things you’ll need

• A WiFi router/modem, such as the ones we sell.
   
• Your WiFi network name (SSID) and password (WPA). If you need to set up, check or change the WiFi network name or password, you'll need to check your modem's setup guide or user manual for instructions on how to do this. See iiNet modem setup guides.
   
• A computer, laptop or other device with a built-in WiFi adapter or a plugin USB WiFi adapter (available from all good computer stores).
   

Connect to WiFi with Windows 10

1. On your desktop, click the Network icon in bottom right-hand corner of your screen. This will bring up a list of available connections.
    
   
    
2. Find the name (SSID) of your WiFi network and click on it.
    
3. Ensure Connect Automatically is ticked and then click Connect.
    
4. Enter your WiFi password.
    
5. Click OK to finish. Your computer should remember your password for you from now on.

Connect to WiFi with Windows 8

1. Open the Desktop view.
    
   
    
2. Click the Network icon in the bottom right-hand corner of your screen. This will bring up a list of available network connections.
    
   
    
3. Find the name (SSID) of your WiFi network and click on it.
    
   
    
4. Ensure Connect Automatically is ticked and then click the Connect button.
    
5. Enter your WiFi password, and then click OK to finish. Your computer should remember your password for you from now on.
    
   

Connect to WiFi with Windows 7

1. On your desktop, click the Network icon in bottom right-hand corner of your screen. This will bring up a list of available connections.
    
   
    
2. Find the name (SSID) of your WiFi network and click on it.
    
3. Ensure Connect Automatically is ticked and then click the Connect button.
    
   
    
4. You’ll be asked to enter your Security key, which is your WiFi password (WPA). Type it in, and then click OK. Your computer should remember your password for you from now on.
    
   

Connect to WiFi with MAC OSX

1. In the upper right-hand corner of your screen, click the AirPort icon and select Turn AirPort On.
    
   
    
2. Clicking the AirPort icon will now bring up a list of available WiFi networks. Select your network name (SSID) from this list.
    
   
    
3. Enter your WiFi password, and then tick Remember this network to ensure your computer remembers your password for you from now on. Click OK to finish.
    
   

Connect to WiFi with macOS

1. In the upper right-hand corner of your screen, click the Wi-Fi icon and select Turn Wi-Fi On.
    
   
    
2. Clicking the Wi-Fi icon will now bring up a list of available WiFi networks. Select your network name (SSID) from this list.
    
   
    
3. Enter your WiFi password, and then tick Remember this network to ensure your computer remembers your password for you from now on. Click OK to finish.
    
   

Connect to WiFi with Apple iOS

These instructions will work for Apple iOS 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11. Screenshots have been taken using iOS 7.

1. Tap the Settings icon to open the Settings menu.
    
2. Tap WiFi.
    
   
    
3. Select the name (SSID) of your WiFi network from the list of available connections.
    
   
    
4. Enter your WiFi password and then tap Join to finish. Your iOS device should remember your password for you from now on.
    
   

Connect to WiFi with Android OS

Please note: The appearance of Android OS can vary depending on software version, but these instructions should serve as a rough guide. If these instructions don't work for you, please check your handset manufacturer's website for support information.

1. Slide your finger down from the top of the screen to view the Settings menu.
    
2. Tap and hold WiFi until the WiFi Settings page opens.
    
   
    
3. Select the name (SSID) of your WiFi network from the list of available networks.
    
   
    
4. Enter your WiFi password and then tap Connect to finish. Your Android software should remember your password for you from now on.
    
   

Connect to WiFi via WPS

WPS (WiFi Protected Setup) is available on most smartphones, tablets and Windows computers, however it is not supported on Mac OSX or macOS computers, iPads, iPods or iPhones.

IMPORTANT: WPS connections have similar permissions to Guest WiFi. You'll be able to use the internet, but you won't be able to access other devices on your home network or log into you modem's default gateway to configure the modem settings. If you need to configure your modem, please follow the instructions for your device's operating system to enter the WiFi password.

If your modem features WPS, you can use it to connect WPS-enabled devices to your WiFi without needing to supply the WiFi password, which is useful if you have visitors.

The instructions for WPS can vary for different modems, software and devices, so please check the manufacturer's website for support information if these steps don't work for you. Here's some general advice for a WPS connection:

1. Take your WPS-enabled device to the same room as your modem.
    
2. Press the WPS button on your modem (typically on the back or side) to turn on WPS search mode.
    
3. Turn on WPS search mode for your device. If you're not sure where this option is in your device's settings, please check the manufacturer's website for support information.
    
4. Once both devices have WPS search mode turned on, they should establish a connection to each other automatically.
    
5. If the connection fails, you can always try again. Keep in mind that search mode only stays activated for 2 minutes or less.