Windows 10 Phone - How can I connect WIFI to a hidden/not broadcasting network?

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Windows 10 Phone - How can I connect WIFI to a hidden/not broadcasting network

Hi there,

Received my Lumia 950 XL with Windows 10 last week, and all so far so good. However, I have a few clients that a visit regularly that use hidden WIFI networks or networks that do not broadcast. These normally have to be setup manually on the device, but I can't find anywhere in Windows 10 phone settings to deal with a manual wifi connection setup? Is this just not currently possible, or am I missing something?

 

[jmshub]

Re: Windows 10 Phone - How can I connect WIFI to a hidden/not broadcasting network

Hello.

In the Wi-Fi screen, scroll down to the bottom, and tap the Manage button, then tap the + button at the menu of that screen. There, you can type in the SSID of your hidden network, then you'll be prompted for the WPA passphrase.

 

[dowland]

Ah... Excellent, easy when you know how... Wasn't so obvious at first glance until you pointed me in the right direction... Thank you very much... much appreciated...

 

[scalyback]

That bit works for me on the 950XL but i have to repeat this every time i go back in the building, very annoying. Anyway to get round this?

 

[Corwin_Amber1]

Sure, let the wireless lan broadcast its SSID, in case you are in charge. There is no point in 'hiding' it, only causing a load of issues with the devices and not giving you the slightest advantage regarding security. Also, your Lumia is going to use more battery when having set up a hidden network.