Wi-Fi setup: How do I access the internet with my iPod touch?
There has been a lot of hype surrounding the iPhone 3G. It’s finally here, many people have finally been able to download and purchase many of the fantastic applications that iPhone developers have created. Thanks to the iPhone 2.0 software update, a few of my friends have the first generation iPhone and they have said it’s turned their old mobile phone into “new iPhones” thanks to all the goodies included in the software.
You can find them at the App store.
If you caught my recent post, on the iPod touch you’re aware that Apple has made this device even more appealing to those who have been thinking about purchasing iPod touch can many of the extras included with the iPhone thanks to the iPod touch software 2.0 update. iPod touch users can access the App store and take advantage of the MobileMe service.
My 32GB iPod Touch arrived today, and I was able to set up my connection at home with no problems. I also tested it out while I was out today. The restaurant where my meeting was held offered free Wi-Fi access I was able to surf the net without any issues. If you’re new to the iPod touch you might be wondering how to access the internet. I’ve included a tutorial below. After reading it, you should be able to access the internet easily.
How do I set up my iPod touch Wi-Fi connection from home?
- Obviously you’ll need your Apple iPod touch. It comes in three different flavors; 8GB, 16GB, or the 32GB.
- You need a Wi-Fi connection (this requires a wireless router along with an internet connection) that is connected to a Mac or PC.
- WEP key or access to your routers administration page.
- Turn on your iPod touch and tap the setting icon.
- Tap Wi-Fi which is located at the top of the screen (it should say “on” beside the word Wi-Fi).
- Tap the network you want to join (your home network).
- Browse and enjoy your Wi-Fi connection.
- Make sure you’re at a location that has WI-Fi Access.
- Turn on your iPod touch and tap the setting icon.
- Tap Wi-Fi which is located at the top of the screen (it should say on beside the word Wi-Fi).
- You should see a list of available networks.
- Browse and enjoy your Wi-Fi connection.
I was able to log onto my iPod touch by entering my network password. If you need to access your routers administration page you can find the information included with the manual that was included however if you have misplaced it you can always perform a search online or even call the company. I’ve done both to get the information.
You should see the word “ON” besides the word Wi-Fi. You should also see a list of networks that you can join.
After you enter this information you should see a check mark by the network you’ve selected. That’s it.
How do I set up my iPod touch Wi-Fi connection when I’m away from home?
A check mark should appear after you select the network.
If you are looking for locations across the world that feature places that offer free Wi-Fi check out this website. I used it when I was on vacation a over the Independence holiday and I found several locations that enabled me to access the internet with my 17″ MacBook Pro. Enjoy!
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July 16th, 2008
Great article
so I can’t get it & knowing Mac’s skulduggery to release a new hardware set AFTER I’ve just bought in, I thought I’d ask looong before buying.
Are there any rumours of an iTouch upgrade?? I am pissed at the iPhone connection plans (basically because I’m poor
Any hits that the iTouch will bounce up??
Keep up GREAT work here!
K
July 17th, 2008
Hi Kevin,
I don’t have the iPhone either
One of the reasons is that AT&T coverage is very poor in the areas I travel when I’m in South Carolina (rural parts).
I did purchase an iPod touch early this week you can still get a lot of the features found on the iPhone through the iPod touch software update 2.0. It costs $9.95. I definitely think it is worth it. You have the option of having acess to MobileMe, the App store, and many other features that you find on the iPhone. I wrote about it here http://mac.blorge.com/2008/07/12/apple-unveils-ipod-touch-update-20-is-here/
The applications I liked about the iPhone are found in the software update. I’m happy! I guess being connected via a Apple portable device would be great (iPod touch only works where there is Wi-Fi access) but for now I’m perfectly happy with this option.
I’m glad you liked the article. Over the past several months. I set up Wi-Fi access for a few friends/acquaintances who purchased the iPod touch. I thought it would be a great idea to post an article about it here.
July 17th, 2008
Hi OPAL,
It really does sound sweet… both, phone & touch, but I’m just curious if Apple has a new up-grade in the pipeline for sometime later this year.
Such as adding a camera or some Skype capability for the touch, then I’d again feel like I did after getting my Macbook in Jan (Feb they upped the basic specs -could have saved myself $500).
These toys really are hard to resist….
Keep up the great work! (and to all of you who write on this site!)
July 27th, 2008
hey, great website, one thing that i’m stuck with though. My ipod touch is asking for a password to access the internet, and i have tried my WEP network key but its still dosent work!. if anyones got any ideas where i’m going wrong or what i need to do please comment back please!. thanks for your help once again.
nibz =]
July 29th, 2008
Kevin,
My apologies for the delayed response. I didn’t see the comments. I really hope they update the camera and I’m imagining we’ll see that capability in the App store even if Apple doesn’t come out with a product.
Nayim,
I’ll check out a few things and post. I faced a similar issue with my Macbook Pro late last year.
August 7th, 2008
hi, im so confused! i dont get how to set up the wifi thing at all. i dont get what is routers administration page and im new to this.
basically when i open the ipod touch i click settings, networks then it has a list of it for me to join, but all require passcodes that i dont know. im at home right now. any help please?
August 10th, 2008
my problem is that i dont even own wi-fi internet so i wanna know how to buy it cause i want wi-fi internet where ever i go so that i can use it on my ipod some one help please
December 8th, 2008
i just got a new ipod touch and when i went to connect to the internet it said my password was incorrect. I know it is not because i kept a file with all that information. Any help??
December 25th, 2008
i set up my wi-fi ting …it says im connected ,cos i hooked up my wep key nd da check came up bside but i still cannot connect to it
December 25th, 2008
well i know what to do and all but when i go to it the only one available is called “QVPY7″ and when i click it it says unable to connct and im doing this at home btw,think you can help me? xxx-ANgie
December 26th, 2008
i have a siemens gigaset se572 and have been trying to connect my ipod touch to my wireless internet, and it aks for a 8 digit password. i have tried a number of different passwords and none of them have worked. could you please help!
December 26th, 2008
I just got the ipod touch for christmas yesterday and i have no idea what i am doing. i want to get internet access but im not good at wifi stuff… when i go to settings i touch wifi and it says nxt to wifi-on then there is no list of networks…. WHAT DO I DO????
December 28th, 2008
hey i just got an ipod touch and i dont know any of the passwords it asks for to get on the wi fi can anyone help please
December 30th, 2008
Yeah i have the same problem as Chris …I have a signal here at my house but it asks for a 8 digit password and other times it says unable to connect
December 30th, 2008
I dont own wi-fi internet so i wanna know how to buy it cause i want wi-fi internet where ever i go so that i can use it on my ipod can some one help please
January 7th, 2009
i am really dumb and i did not understand what u wrote on how to set up the internet on the ipod touch..i got one a few days ago and i still dont know how to get the internet..everyone i know that has an ipod touch has internet service one it but none of them could explain to me how they got it so please email me back asap cuz im getting worried
January 11th, 2009
my ipod touch version 2.0 wi-fi under settigs shows no wi-fi and i cannot slide to left or rigth
February 19th, 2009
I’m like everyone in that I cannot access the internet or my e-mail. Would you please give me some detailed instructions or a phone where a technician could walk me thru the process.
Thanks
March 3rd, 2009
Hello.!!!
i do as yu say,but it doesn’t work.i’m in cafe now and it ask me which network wil i join and i say internet server and it doesn’t connected..
March 4th, 2009
im trying to get wifi at home and i dont know how to set up my router to give wi-fi…
March 5th, 2009
I just got an i-pod and sometimes when i go to connect, it asks for a password, i figured it out, but now it ask for a ton of info i dont know. Any help?
March 14th, 2009
hi, im so confused! i dont get how to set up the wifi thing at all. i dont get what is routers administration page and im new to this.
basically when i open the ipod touch i click settings, networks then it has a list of it for me to join, but all require passcodes that i dont know. im at home right now. any help please?
March 15th, 2009
I just purchased an Ipod Touch (2nd Gen.), 32 GB. I am wondering if there’s any internet service you can purchase for it, instead of having to depend on wi-fi hotspots.
April 8th, 2009
ok i don’t get this whole internet thing and im getting really upset i need help fast amd “pronto PLEASE tell me how to access the internet on the ipod touch i cant even open the my mail ,look at the map or even the weather so please help me because im really lost
April 15th, 2009
The thing that sucks for me is that i don’t have a wireless internet i only have the cables going into the pc so yeah thats why im selling mine.
April 21st, 2009
You have to find a free wi fi site to access the internet, usually a coffee shop, airport, restaurant or other chain. There are many places to look online to find free wifi hotspots. When you are in an area with wi fi, if you look at the list and there’s one that’s unlocked (meaning no picture of a lock that’s , well, locked..) that means its an un-secure wifi spot and you can connect to it. You dont havbe to enter anything if this is an unlocked one, and the really cool thing is that every time you go near that place again, your ipod will automatically connect for you. You’ll just notice all of a sudden that you’re connected by the half moons in the upper left corner.
Now for the ones that are locked, unless you know all those numbers you can’t get on, it’s that simple.
And as far as home set up, you need to purchase a wireless router and an adaptor. and you have to set it up-attach the router to your modem. My question for this site is do you have to have an adaptor? I just bought a router and it totally screwed up my computer, I had to get a new modem. SO i’m shopping for a new one and I want to know if I need an adaptor or not. I do have internet through an isp, but I want wi fi too..
April 27th, 2009
I am having trouble connecting my wifi. I just got my Itouch and it finds my wifi (linksys) but it will not connect. I get the error message:
‘unable to join the network “linksys”‘
what do i need to do and HOW do I do it?
Please help thank you!
May 9th, 2009
hi i cant change the wifi setting from off to on its greyed out not lit up for me to select it.can someone help me plz i dont know what to download to get it workin or is there something wrong with my ipod plz plz help me asap
May 11th, 2009
I can not get attached to my at&t wireless — i put in the right key but it says this when I try and connect to internet “safari an’t open the page the erro was “operation could not be completed posix error 12 – cannot allocate memory ok
May 12th, 2009
Opal
I can’t connect to the internet because there is a lock on the site. The site I’m trying to get on is the one my pc is on. How do I get by the lock?
May 12th, 2009
Opal
I can’t connect to the internet because there is a lock on the site. The site I’m trying to get on is the one my pc is on. How do I get by the lock?
May 12th, 2009
Opal
I can’t connect to the internet because there is a lock on the site. The site I’m trying to get on is the one my pc is on. How do I get by the lock?
May 19th, 2009
i have the same problem as marie, please email me some help at sean_robo2007@yahoo.com
May 22nd, 2009
So many questions and no solutions. I’m not a techie but I’ve had to deal with connection issues with linksys before.
First to connect to internet you MUST have a router. The router is usually secured with a password when it was setup so that every Tom Dick or Harry couldn’t access your info.
So you need this password. If you forgot it then you need to call your router manufacturer cause I’m assuming that you didn’t save the booklet that came with it or you would have saved your password. You need the url that has all the settings, including your password and the manufacturer’s tech dept can tell you that addy.
When you do enter the password don’t expect it to automatically work. Sometimes it does and sometimes it needs to be reset by turning off your ipod and unplugging your router. Then turn on the router and then your ipod. That’s the first step for any connectivity issue.
May 22nd, 2009
I want wi-fi internet on my ipod touch please……
June 24th, 2009
i head from a couple of people that i know that there was an internet charge for the Ipod Touch. I was wondering, Is this true and if so how much is it?
June 28th, 2009
I have the Same question it’s ok at home but when somewher else it doesn’t work what is wep code
June 30th, 2009
i have a laptop and a psp they connect with no effort to my home wifi network. i have read that i need to turn off the router and the apple ipod-touch to reset them. i am familiar with that approach. however, i notice that apple-ipod-touch is the third bananna in connectivity. i know my wep key and still can not connect…
July 15th, 2009
the internet on my ipod-touch was working, but then we changed the the passward for the wi-fi and now i can get on. how do i reset it?
July 29th, 2009
HELP ME PLEASE! I’ve done every which way possible to try and get my internet to work! It just keeps saying, “Safari cannot open page because it is not connected to the internet.” BUT IT IS! I go to Wifi and my network has a check beside it and I put the password in correctly. I DONT GET IT!? PLEASE HELP!
August 6th, 2009
I have the same problem where my Wi-Fi is connected and the strongest it can be however it will not allow me to go on internet through Safari, You Tube or Mail etc. This is really becoming a problem as i would like to use my navigation (maps) to help get to a Training course 4 hours from home! Please please help as i have read lots of people have this issue but no resolutions haave been noted!
August 12th, 2009
I am also a new iPod touch owner with a home wirelesss network that has three different laptops connected successfully.
Is the password being asked for the router password, or the WEP password?
I’ve deleted and readded my network multiple times. Router has the MAC (hardware) address, and I have tried assigning a static ip, but still cannot launch safari or any other network app.
Why does the “easy to use” apple device cause so many people problems?
August 18th, 2009
I have no idea how to get wi-fi on my ipod touch. I have all the wi-fi settings on and there is still no list on a network to join. I don’t know what to do I’ve tried all I can think of. If anyone knows what I need to do to get wi-fi out in the country and there is no options to choose from on the join network list can you please let me know. I don’t understand all these technical terms used or what they are, but I am getting frusterated and just want to get connected. PLEASE HELP ME!
August 21st, 2009
I have an I pod touch. It connects fine to wireless hotspots and when I’m home it finds our home wi-fi and I’ve entered the wep and password… but although it says it has a strong connection to our home wi-fi… when I try to get online the message say ” safari cannot open page”… ? Seems wierd. The laptop I’m using now is wireless so I know our router is on and working well.
Any ideas?
September 12th, 2009
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September 13th, 2009
hi im really confused everytime i touch the app store thing it sais an invalid agreement plz help
September 14th, 2009
Hey peeps, i don’t know if you know this, but, there are three different types of WIFI- that i know of anyway- it’s like 2.0 3.0 and some other one. The Cafe wifi may be a 2.0, it’s like an “unsecure network” like you shouldn’t do banking on them and use other application and websites that require passwords and secrecy. The default settings of most laptops’ internet options, have this connection unmarked in the connectablilty thing. So what you do is go to internet options, advanced and go to the very bottom and click on the 2.0. Then you can connect to the internet with the unprotected wifi. As for iphones and itouches, i just bought an itouch and my school has an unprotected wireless system and i’m still trying to figure out how to use the internet. So, if anybody knows how to adjust the internet options of an itouch i would really like to know:) thanks.
September 24th, 2009
Can I use my T-Mobile cell phone to connect to the internet with my iPod Touch?
October 3rd, 2009
HELP ME THIS IS DRIVING ME MAD!!!!!!!!!!!! I THINK IM GOING TO CRY
!!!!!!!!!!! IM SO ANOYED. I DID IT FOR MY XBOX AND COMPUTER BUT NOT MY IPOD
HELP ME PLEASE!
October 4th, 2009
OK to answer most people’s quetions…wep code is what makes your connection secure…so a guy with an itouch cant watch porn using your home connection. If you’re in town, you can use the WIFI connection from one of the buildings as long as it doesnt have a *lock* next to it. Also, you have to stay close to that location to receive internet. you cant be driving in a car while you’re using someone’s WIFI because it will disconnect as soon as you go outside its range.
Macdonalds and other businesses often have free WIFI.
October 4th, 2009
OK to answer most people’s quetions…wep code is what makes your connection secure…so a guy with an itouch cant watch porn using your home connection. If you’re in town, you can use the WIFI connection from one of the buildings as long as it doesnt have a *lock* next to it. Also, you have to stay close to that location to receive internet. you cant be driving in a car while you’re using someone’s WIFI because it will disconnect as soon as you go outside its range.
Macdonalds and other businesses often have free WIFI.
October 7th, 2009
is ther is anyway i can use my internet conication from laptop to my ituch can some one help me you can email me on rabin4855@gmail.com Thanks Every one
October 25th, 2009
You need a wireless router LINKSYS
This will work.
October 30th, 2009
i ave got as far as network thats checked but when i try go onto youtube it says am not connected to internet
November 2nd, 2009
If you have not found your wi-fi name (SSID), follow these steps (If you have, skip to the steps after these):
1. Go to 192.168.1.1 typed into your address bar (internet). You’ll get a pop-up for the username and password. Type in admin for the username and admin for the password. (This worked for me).
2. Go to Wireless > Basic Wireless Settings, have your Wireless Network Mode: Mixed. Wireless Network Name (SSID): “____”, Wireless Network Channel: 6-2.437GHz. Wireless SSID Broadcast: Enabled. SES (The big lock circle that pisses me off): Don’t worry about this.
3. (OPTIONAL): Go under Administration > Management and change your password (One says enter your password the other says confirm). This is just to access the 192.168.1.1 page, not for the password on your iPod.
4. (Just in case), go under Status and renew your DHCP. It’ll say DHCP Renew. CLICK RENEW.
5. Good job. You’ve made your SSID unique and follow the steps below.
Follow these steps(If you have already done or know the steps above):
1. Go to the wireless router basic set up page. It’s usually just 192.168.1.1 typed into your address bar. You’ll get a pop-up for the username and password. Type in admin for the username and admin for the password. (This worked for me).
2. Go to Wireless Security under Basic SetUp (not Security).
3. Set your security from WPA2 (which is what it is probably on) to WEP. On the next line it asks if you want a passphrase. Type in something you’ll remember (EX: Monster) and then hit ‘generate’. It will generate four ‘keys’ (They are strings of numbers and letters. WRITE THESE DOWN, or stay on that page).
4. Go onto your iPod to ’settings’; ‘wifi’; and touch your wireless router name. It should ask you for a password. Type in one of the keys you wrote down.
This is the ONLY thing that worked for me; I was getting a message that the iPod was ‘unable to connect to the wireless router’. I hope this helps!
Source(s):
linksys.com (utterly unhelpful); iPod forums.