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Data connection
Your phone will be automatically configured to use T-Mobile’s data connection when you turn
on your phone (if the SIM card is inserted) for the first time.
Turning the data connection on or off
Turning your data connection off can help optimize your battery life. It can also save money on
data charges. However, when your data connection is turned off, you may not always receive
automatic updates to your email, social network accounts, and other synchronized information.
1. Press HOME > MENU and then tap Settings > Wireless & networks.
2. Select the Mobile network check box to turn on the data connection; clear the check box to
turn off the data connection.
Enabling data roaming
Data roaming lets you connect to T-Mobile’s partner networks and access data services when
you are out of T-Mobile’s coverage area.
1. Press HOME > MENU and then tap Settings > Wireless & networks.
2. Tap Mobile networks and then select the Data roaming check box.
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi provides wireless Internet access over distances of up to 300 feet (100 meters). To use
Wi-Fi on your phone, you need access to a wireless access point or “hotspot”.
Turning Wi-Fi on and connecting to a wireless network
1. Press HOME > MENU, and then tap Settings > Wireless controls.
2. Select the Wi-Fi check box to turn Wi-Fi on. The phone will scan for available wireless
networks.
3. Tap Wi-Fi settings. The network names and security settings of detected Wi-Fi networks are
displayed in the Wi-Fi networks section.
4. Tap a Wi-Fi network to connect. If you selected an open network, you will be automatically
connected to the network. If you selected a network that is secured with WEP, enter the key
and then tap Connect.
Depending on the network type and its security settings, you may also need to enter more
information or choose a security certificate.
When your phone is connected to a wireless network, the Wi-Fi icon appears in the status
bar and tells you the approximate signal strength (number of bands that light up). If Network
Accessing data services while roaming may incur significant charges. Inquire about the data roaming
tariffs with T-Mobile before enabling data roaming.
The availability and range of the Wi-Fi signal depends on the number, infrastructure, and other objects
through which the signal passes.