Checking the router's wireless settings using an iPad®

For ease and convenience, it is possible to check the router’s WiFi settings using an iPad®.  This article will guide you on how to check the router’s WiFi using your iPad®.
 

Step 1:
Access the router’s web-based setup page though your iPad®.  
 

Step 2:
Tap the Wireless tab.
 

You will then be able to view the router’s Basic Wireless Settings page.
 

NOTE:  In this example, the 5 GHz Wireless Settings of the Linksys Smart Wi-Fi, EA4500 is used.
 

 

 

  • Network Mode – Lists the WiFi standards your network supports.
  • Network Name (SSID) – This is the name of your WiFi.
  • Security Mode – Lists the security types your router supports.
  • Passphrase – This is the password of your WiFi.  This should be 8-63 characters.
  • Channel Width – Radio channel width of your wireless-N devices.
  • Channel – Lists the radio channels your router supports.
  • SSID Broadcast – A feature that lets you choose whether to let other wireless devices detect your WiFi name.
 

QUICK TIP:  For the Linksys Wi-Fi Routers (E1000, E2000, E3000, E2100L), the Passphrase and Security Mode can be found in the Wireless Security sub-tab.
 

You should have successfully checked the router’s WiFi settings through your iPad® now.


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