To manually set up a network connection in Windows 10, follow these steps:
- Access Settings: Start by clicking the Start button on your Windows desktop.
- Open Network and Sharing Center: Locate the Related settings section and select Network and Sharing Center.
- Initiate New Connection: Choose the option Set up a new connection or network.
- Select Manual Connection: Pick Manually connect to a wireless network to configure the network parameters yourself.
- Enter Network Information: Fill in the necessary details, such as network name (SSID), security type, and password. Then, click Next.
- Finalize Setup: After you enter the needed info and select next, the system may need further prompts, please follow them carefully until you see a message informing the setup has been completed.
Here's a summary of the steps in a table format:
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Start button on Windows Desktop |
| 2 | Open Network and Sharing Center |
| 3 | Select "Set up a new connection or network" |
| 4 | Choose "Manually connect to a wireless network" |
| 5 | Enter network details (SSID, password, etc.) |
| 6 | Finalize setup via on-screen prompts |
This process allows you to manually configure your network connection in Windows 10, especially useful if the network is not broadcasting its SSID or requires specific configurations.
