Sprint Nextel PG86100 Cell Phone User Manual


 
184 3B. Web and Data Services
If you do not see an indicator, your device does not
have a current data connection. To launch a
connection, see “Launching a Web Connection.”
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 > and 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.
Adding the Data Connection Widget
Add the Data connection widget to the Home screen to
make it faster for you to turn the device’s data
connection on or off.
To learn how to add widgets, see “Customizing the
Home Screen” on page 38.
Connecting to a Virtual Private
Network (VPN)
From your device, you can add, set up, and manage
virtual private networks (VPNs) that allow you to
connect and access resources inside a secured local
network, such as your corporate network.
Preparing Your Device for VPN Connection
Depending on the type of VPN you are using at work,
you may be required to enter your login credentials or
install security certificates before you can connect to
your company’s local network. You can get this
information from your network administrator.
Also, your device must first establish a Wi-Fi or data
connection before you can initiate a VPN connection.
For information about setting up and using these
connections on your device, see “Launching a Web
Connection” and “Turning Wi-Fi On and Connecting to
a Wireless Network.”