How to Connect the Kindle Fire to the Internet

The Kindle Fire tablet can be connected to any Wi-Fi network so you can browse the Web and enjoy the full benefits the Kindle Fire has to offer. You can connect the Kindle Fire to your private at-home Wi-Fi network, or to any other public...
Method 1 of 2:

Connecting to an Existing Wi-Fi Network

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    Swipe down from the top of the screen on your Kindle Fire, and select 'Wireless."
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    Verify that the Airplane Mode setting is switched to 'Off."
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    Tap on 'Wi-Fi,' then tap the 'On' button next to Wi-Fi. A list of Wi-Fi networks within range will display on-screen.
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    Tap on the wireless network you want to connect to. Networks labeled with a lock icon will require you to enter a password to access those particular networks.
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    Enter the password if required, then tap on 'Connect." Your Kindle Fire will then connect to the Internet using that particular network.[1]
Method 2 of 2:

Adding a Wi-Fi Network Manually

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    Swipe down from the top of your screen and tap on 'Wireless."
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    Verify that Airplane Mode is set to 'Off."
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    Tap on 'Wi-Fi,' then toggle Wi-Fi to 'On."
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    Tap on 'Join Other Network."
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    Enter the name of your network into the 'Network SSID' text field.
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    Click on the dropdown menu next to 'Security,' and select a network security type.
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    Enter the network password if required, then tap on 'Save." Your Kindle Fire will then connect to the Internet.[2]
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