# WiFi Datalogger (MacSync) How to Connect to Wi-Fi

URL: https://www.macnman.com/docs/wifi/datalogger-wifi/_wifi_conn_configurations
Section: User Manual › Wifi › Datalogger Wifi

## Connecting to a WiFi Network

![name change](/img/wifi/wifi_setup_macsync.svg)

MacSync automatically scans and displays nearby Wi-Fi networks.

**Scan for Networks**
- Click the refresh icon to initiate a new scan. **Wait a few seconds** while MacSync discovers nearby Wi-Fi hotspots.

**Connect to a Network**
- Once the list appears, **select your preferred network** and enter the Wi-Fi password to connect.

**Status Check**
- The connection status will be shown next to the network name. You can click the arrow next to any network to view **detailed connection information.** 

Example : `Connection Status` , `WiFi Version` , `Security` , `Signal Strength` & `IP Address`.

## Add Wi-Fi Network Manually

![name change](/img/wifi/manually_add_wifi_macsync.svg)

If your Wi-Fi network is hidden or not listed during the scan:

**Add Network**
- Click on **“Add Network”** to manually configure the connection.

**Enter SSID & Password**
- Type in the exact **SSID (Wi-Fi name)** and **password.**

**Select Frequency Band**
- Choose between **2.4 GHz or 5 GHz**, depending on your network’s configuration.

## Related Resources

- Datasheet: [MacSync-WX1-PO RS485 and analog to Wi-Fi data logger datasheet](/product/wifi/dataloggers/macsync-w-power-operated-x-two)
- Datasheet: [MacSync-WX1-BO battery-operated RS485 and analog to Wi-Fi data logger datasheet](/product/wifi/dataloggers/macsync-l-std-battery-operated-gen-one)
- Start of this manual: [WiFi Datalogger (MacSync) Introduction](/wifi/datalogger-wifi/macsync_rs485_wifi_introduction)
- Help: [Contact Macnman support](/help/help)