TB not seeing wifi when SSID not broadcast

[CO Diver]

For various security reasons I prefer not to broadcast the SSID of my wifi. All other security features are in place and I like to add this additional security function.

But for some reason, the TB will not see my wifi when the SSID is not broadcast. If it is broadcast, the TB connects up just fine. I've searched this forum and several others and have not seen any posts that deal with this issue.

Is there a way to get the TB to look for hidden SSIDs? I sure can't find it, if there is a way.
Thanks!!!

TB users: :yr1:

 

[Javaknight]

I don't broadcast the SSID either so I manually added it and now the phone sees it whenever I'm home...

 

[CO Diver]

I don't broadcast the SSID either so I manually added it and now the phone sees it whenever I'm home...

I appreciate knowing someone has been able to get the TB to see an SSID that is not being broadcast.

Could you please elaborate on how you "manually added it"? I've been through all the options of the TB and flat can't see anything that would allow it to connect when the SSID is not broadcast. In fact, I can turn the SSID off on the wireless router and watch the wireless connection get dropped by the TB. But when I turn the SSID back on, the TB will automatically connect with no problems. It's got me pulling out what little hair I have left. :icon_evil:

Thanks, again!!!

 

[Javaknight]

All Apps > Settings > Wireless and Networks > Wi-Fi settings > Add Wi-Fi Network

you can manually type in the SSiD along with the security type and key.

hope that helps

 

[Backnblack]

A hidden SSID does little for security. Anyone actually looking for hidden ones can find them.

 

[Quicksilver7714]

You have to manually add all hidden SSID networks in setting>wireless & networks>wireless settings>add network. This will give you the option to add a hidden ssid network.

Sent from my Thunderbolt using Tapatalk.

 

[nh2123]

i have a motorola droid 1. even when i manually add the ssid and passkey it still wont connect to my wifi. it works fine when ssid is on. nothing is wrong with my internet or router. also i have tried the app. hidden ssid enabler to no avail. any one with similiar issues here?

 

[dfuser312553]

Once in a while I have to manually forget all the remembered wifi spots but mine won't connect to anything when this happens. Might give that a try.

 

[rtrowgo]

ssid broadcast truth

Here is the fact I was told by HTC support in Australia. This is a design feature of new phones. It will not be fixed. My opinion is this proves once again how companies abuse our rights to privacy. Broadcasting is not very protective but legally stops Google vans from seeing your WiFi info as you took the step to turn of off. By removing the option to connect with broadcast off the companies are forcing a choice. Let them see your private info or you loose ability to do what you could otherwise do. I pity HTC They never learned from the hero mess. I'll ne going to Motorola on first release of their 4G

 

[Javaknight]

I don't broadcast my SSID and my Thunderbolt sees my network just fine since day one...

edited: after manually adding it the first time of course

 

[rtrowgo]

ssid

You are on broadcast then. It is a feature of some routers to not have it transmit the network name. It is still visible but adds a step to connect. I manually addedanf have gone staticto find. It returns no broadcast woeven try to connect. Funny this HTC issue on Motorola ground. Another reason to stay with what works. If you are really aware how to manipulate security settings please share. N2000 Cisco/ linksys Droid2 fine. HTC blunderbus fail.

 

[Javaknight]

You are on broadcast then. It is a feature of some routers to not have it transmit the network name. It is still visible but adds a step to connect. I manually addedanf have gone staticto find. It returns no broadcast woeven try to connect. Funny this HTC issue on Motorola ground. Another reason to stay with what works. If you are really aware how to manipulate security settings please share. N2000 Cisco/ linksys Droid2 fine. HTC blunderbus fail.

I have the Linksys WRT54G and at least according to what I've read disabling the SSID broadcast and using a shared key should make it non-visible. The TB didn't see it until I added it, the same as other wireless devices. I'll look into it some more but I'm still not convinced it's broadcasting as you claim...

 

[dunno]

For various security reasons I prefer not to broadcast the SSID of my wifi. All other security features are in place and I like to add this additional security function.

But for some reason, the TB will not see my wifi when the SSID is not broadcast. If it is broadcast, the TB connects up just fine. I've searched this forum and several others and have not seen any posts that deal with this issue.

Is there a way to get the TB to look for hidden SSIDs? I sure can't find it, if there is a way.
Thanks!!!

TB users: :yr1:

I had this non SSID problem on my TB too, so I'm assuming you have a wireless N router. My bolt picks up all signals except for non SSID N signals. You will have to go into your router and configure it to transmit only G signals. Once that is done, disable SSID. Everything should be working fine after that. Hope this helps.

 

[kono]

For various security reasons I prefer not to broadcast the SSID of my wifi. All other security features are in place and I like to add this additional security function.

But for some reason, the TB will not see my wifi when the SSID is not broadcast. If it is broadcast, the TB connects up just fine. I've searched this forum and several others and have not seen any posts that deal with this issue.

Is there a way to get the TB to look for hidden SSIDs? I sure can't find it, if there is a way.
Thanks!!!

TB users: :yr1:

I had this non SSID problem on my TB too, so I'm assuming you have a wireless N router. My bolt picks up all signals except for non SSID N signals. You will have to go into your router and configure it to transmit only G signals. Once that is done, disable SSID. Everything should be working fine after that. Hope this helps.

Setting the router to transmit "Wireless-G Only" worked for me. You would think the phone would have that bug worked out, as wireless-n routers default to mixed mode thanks for the help!

 

[GENO]

It can be done

Just got the TB a couple of days ago and finally had some time to troubleshoot this issue. The trick is to create your manual WIFI network connection with the SSID broadcast turned off. I first tried it with it turned on and it connected just fine. As soon as I turned the SSID broadcast off, it could never find it again. Somehow the TB knows when creating the WIFI connection whether the SSID was broadcast or not. The full path for getting to this point:
Menu | Settings | Wireless & Networks | Wi-Fi Settings | Add Wi-Fi network