HTC 10 Setup Wifi Connection Guide

   
To use HTC 10 setup Wi-Fi Connection, you need access to a wireless access point or “hotspot”. The availability and strength of a Wi-Fi signal varies depending on objects the Wi-Fi signal has to pass through (such as buildings or a wall between rooms).

HTC 10 Setup Wifi Connection
HTC 10 Wifi Setup Connection

Turning Wi-Fi on or off

  1. From the Home screen, tap , and then find and tap Settings.
  2. Tap the Wi-Fi On/Off switch to turn Wi-Fi on or off.
  3. Tap Wi-Fi to see a list of detected wireless networks.
To manually scan for Wi-Fi networks, tap Scan.
If the wireless network that you want is not listed, tap Add network to manually add it.

Connecting to a Wi-Fi network

  1. Turn Wi-Fi on, and check the list of detected Wi-Fi networks.
  2. Tap a Wi-Fi network you want to connect to.
  3. If you selected a secured network, enter the network key or password.
  4. Tap Connect.
You'll see the Wi-Fi icon in the status bar when connected.

Connecting to a Wi-Fi network via WPS

If you're using a Wi-Fi router with Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS), you can connect HTC 10 easily.
  1. Turn Wi-Fi on, and check the list of detected Wi-Fi networks.
  2. Tap WPS Push, and then press the WPS button on your Wi-Fi router.
To use the Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) PIN method, tap WPS Pin Entry.
Logging into a public Wi-Fi network automatically (WISPr)You can set HTC 10 to automatically log into a public Wi-Fi network that you regularly use. This saves you the trouble of going through the Wi-Fi provider's web authentication every time you connect to their Wi-Fi network. Just add your login credentials to the WISPr (Wireless Internet Service Provider roaming) settings.
The access point of the Wi-Fi network needs to support the WISPr web portal. Consult the Wi-Fi provider for details.
  1. From the Home screen, tap , and then find and tap Settings.
  2. If Wi-Fi connection is off, tap the Wi-Fi On/Off switch to turn it on.
  3. Tap Wi-Fi.
  4. Tap Advanced.
  5. Under WISPr settings, select Auto login and then tap WISPr account settings Add a new account.
  6. Enter the service provider name, your login name (the full domain name), and password.
  7. Tap Save
  8. Connect to the public Wi-Fi network.
If you have access to several public Wi-Fi networks, you can add up to five sets of login credentials to the WISPr accounts list. In the WISPr accounts list, press and hold an account to remove or edit it.

HTC 10 Setup Wifi Connection
HTC 10 Connecting to VPN

Add virtual private networks (VPNs) so you can connect and access resources inside a local network, such as your corporate or home network.
Before you can connect HTC 10 to your local network, you may be asked to:
  • Install security certificates.
  • Enter your login credentials.
Download and install a required VPN app, if you're connecting to a secured enterprise network. Contact your network administrator for details.
Also, HTC 10 must first establish a Wi-Fi or data connection before you can start a VPN connection.

Adding a VPN connection

You must first set a lock screen PIN, password, or pattern before you can use credential storage and set up the VPN.
  1. From the Home screen, tap , and then find and tap Settings.
  2. Under Wireless & networks, tap More.
  3. Tap VPN Add VPN profile.
  4. Enter the VPN settings and set them up according to the security details your network administrator gave you.
  5. Tap Save.

Connecting to a VPN

  1. From the Home screen, tap , and then find and tap Settings.
  2. Under Wireless & networks, tap More.
  3. Tap VPN.
  4. Tap the VPN that you want to connect to.
  5. Enter your log in credentials, and then tap Connect. When you’re connected, the VPN connected icon appears in the notification area of the status bar.
You can then open the web browser to access resources such as your corporate network intranet.

Disconnecting from a VPN

In Settings, tap More VPN.
Tap the VPN connection, and then tap Disconnect. Slide the Notifications panel open. If you see the VPN notification, tap it, and then  tap Disconnect.

Using HTC 10 as a Wi-Fi hotspot
Share your data connection with other devices by turning HTC 10 into a Wi-Fi hotspot.
  • Make sure the data connection is turned on. 
  • You must have an approved data plan associated with your account from your mobile service provider to use this service. Devices connected to your Wi-Fi hotspot use data from your subscribed data plan.
  1. From the Home screen, tap , and then find and tap Settings.
  2. Under Wireless & Networks, tap More. Internet connections
  3. Tap Mobile network sharing Portable Wi-Fi Hotspot. The first time you turn on the Wi-Fi hotspot, you'll need to set it up.
  4. Enter a hotspot name or use the default.
  5. Enter a password or use the default. The password is the key other people need to enter on their device so they can connect and use HTC 10 as a wireless router.
  6. To help make your Wi-Fi hotspot more secure, tap Advanced.
  7. Choose from the available settings, and then press .
  8.  Tap the Portable Wi-Fi Hotspot On/Off switch to turn it on.
HTC 10 is ready to be used as a Wi-Fi hotspot when you see on the status bar.
To help minimize security risks, use the default security settings and set a strong and unique password.

HTC 10 Sharing your phone's Internet connection by USB tethering

No Internet connection available for your computer? No problem. Use the data connection of HTC 10 to connect to the Internet.
  • To make sure that the USB drivers for HTC 10 are up-to-date, install the latest version of HTC Sync Manager on your computer.
  • You may need to have USB tethering added to your data plan, and it may incur additional cost. Contact your mobile service provider for details.
  • Make sure that mobile data is turned on.
  1. Connect HTC 10 to your computer using the provided USB cable.
  2. From the Home screen, tap , and then find and tap Settings.
  3. Under Wireless & networks, tap Mobile network sharing USB teth

HTC 10 Wireless sharing

What is HTC Connect?With HTC Connect, wirelessly stream music or video from HTC 10 to your speakers or TV by just swiping up the screen with 3 fingers.
You can stream media to any of the following types of devices:
  • AirPlay speakers or Apple TV 
  • Blackfire compliant multi-room speakers
  • Multi-room speakers that support the 
  • Qualcomm AllPlay smart media platform 
  • DLNA compatible speakers and TV 
  • Miracast compatible display devices 
  • Chromecast compatible display devices.
  • Bluetooth speakers
  • HTC certified consumer electronic devices or accessories that have the HTC Connect logo:
Some devices may need to be paired before you can share to them.

Using HTC Connect to share your media

Before you start, make sure you have set up your speakers, TV, or appliance to connect to your Wi-Fi network. Refer to its documentation on how to set it up.
  1. Open and play any music or other media content that you want to share from HTC 10.
  2. Swipe up with three fingers on the screen. 
  3. Choose the device you want to connect to.
  4. Once connected, use your phone to control the volume, pause or resume playback, and more.
  5. To stop wireless media sharing and disconnect from the device, swipe down with three fingers on the screen.

Streaming music to AirPlay speakers or Apple TV

Before you start, make sure your device is connected to your Wi-Fi network. Refer to the documentation that comes with your AirPlay speakers or Apple TV for details.
  1. After connecting your AirPlay speakers or Apple TV to your Wi-Fi network, open a music app on HTC 10.
  2. Swipe up with three fingers on the screen. HTC 10 turns Wi-Fi on automatically and scans for media devices on your Wi-Fi network. You'll then see the available devices listed.
  3. Tap the device you want to connect to.4.In the music app that you're using, start playing music. You'll then hear the music play from the device you've selected. 
Streaming music to Blackfire compliant speakers Play music simultaneously to multiple Blackfire compliant speakers from HTC 10.
Before you start, make sure your speakers are connected to your Wi-Fi network. Refer to the documentation that comes with your speakers to set up and connect them to your Wi-Fi network.
  1. After connecting your speakers to your Wi-Fi network, open a music app on HTC 10.
  2. Swipe up with three fingers on the screen. HTC 10 then turns Wi-Fi on automatically and scans for media devices on your Wi-Fi network. You'll see the available speakers listed.
  3. Tap the speaker you want to connect to.
  4. In the music app, start playing music. You'll then hear the music play from the speaker you've selected.
  5. To switch between speakers or to group them, swipe up the screen again with three fingers
To stream music to another speaker, just tap it.
To group speakers so that music plays through them at the same time, tap the Group button next to a speaker name, select the other speakers you want to group it with, and then tap OK.

Renaming the speakers
You can rename your Blackfire compliant speakers in Settings.
1.Make sure the speakers are connected to your Wi-Fi network.
2.From the Home screen, tap Settings HTC Connect. HTC 10 then turns Wi-Fi on automatically and scans for media devices on your Wi-Fi network. You'll then see the available Blackfire speakers listed.
3.Tap next to a speaker name.
4.Enter the new speaker name, and then tap Done.

Streaming music to speakers powered by the Qualcomm All Play smart media platform

Before you start, make sure your speakers are connected to your Wi-Fi network. Refer to the documentation that comes with your speakers to set up and connect them to your Wi-Fi network.
  1. After connecting your speakers to your Wi-Fi network, open a music app on HTC 10.
  2. Swipe up with three fingers on the screen. HTC 10 then turns Wi-Fi on automatically and scans for media devices on your Wi-Fi network. You'll then see the available speakers listed.
  3. Tap the speaker you want to connect to
  4. In the music app that you're using, start playing music. You'll then hear the music play from the speaker you've selected.
  5. To switch between speakers or to group them, swipe up the screen again with three fingers.
  6. Just tap another speaker to stream music to it.
To group speakers so that music plays through them at the same time, tap the Group button next to a speaker name, select the other speakers you want to group it with, and then tap OK.

HTC 10 Bluetooth on or off
  1. From the Home screen, tap , and then find and tap Settings.
  2. Tap the Bluetooth On/Off switch to turn the Bluetooth connection on and off.
  3. Tap Bluetooth to see a list of available devices.
Turn off Bluetooth when not in use to save battery power, or in places where using a wireless device is prohibited, such as on board an aircraft and in hospitals.Connecting a Bluetooth headsetYou can listen to music over a Bluetooth A2DP stereo headset, or have hands-free conversations using a compatible

HTC 10 Bluetooth headset.

Before you connect your headset, make it discoverable so HTC 10 can find it. Refer to your headset manual for details.
  1. Turn Bluetooth on and check the list of available devices.
  2. If you don't see your headset listed, tap Scan for devices to refresh the list.
  3. Tap the name of your headset in the Available Devices section. HTC 10 pairs with the headset and the headset connection status is displayed in the Paired Devices section.
  4. If prompted to enter a passcode, try 0000 or 1234, or consult the headset documentation to find the passcode.
When the Bluetooth headset is connected, you'll see in the status bar.Reconnecting a Bluetooth headset
Normally, you can easily reconnect your headset by switching on Bluetooth on HTC 10, and then turning on the headset.
However, you might have to connect manually if your headset has been used with another Bluetooth device.
1.Turn Bluetooth on and check the list of paired devices.
2.Tap the headset’s name in the Paired Devices section.
3.If prompted to enter a passcode, try 0000 or 1234, or consult the headset documentation to find the passcode.If you still cannot reconnect to the headset, follow the instructions in Unpairing,

Unpairing from a Bluetooth device
  1. Turn Bluetooth on and check the list of paired devices.
  2. In the Paired devices section, tap next to the device to unpair.
  3. Tap Unpair.
Receiving files using BluetoothHTC 10 lets you receive various files with Bluetooth including photos, contact info, and documents such as PDFs.Refer to the device’s documentation for instructions on sending information over Bluetooth.
  1. Turn Bluetooth on.
  2. On the sending device, send one or more files to HTC 10.
  3. If asked, accept the pairing request on HTC 10 and on the sending device. You may also be prompted to enter the same passcode or confirm the auto-generated passcode on both devices.You'll then get a Bluetooth authorization request.
  4. Tap Pair.
  5. When HTC 10 receives a file transfer request notification, slide the Notifications panel down, tap the incoming file notification, and then tap Accept.
  6. When a file is transferred, a notification is displayed. Slide the Notifications panel down, and then tap the relevant notification. 
  7. Tap the received file to view it.

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