Find out network key - how it works

You need to find out the network key to be able to access the router's WLAN. The code is under the router. You can also find out on your own Windows PC if it always automatically connects to the Internet via WLAN.

Find out the network key on the computer

1. Click the Windows button at the bottom left and enter "Control Panel".
2. Open the Control Panel and choose "Network and Internet"> "Network Connections".
3. Right-click the connection you are using.
4. Select "Status" and then "Wireless Properties".
5. Now switch to the "Security" menu and click on "Show characters" to see the security key in plain text.
6. Tip: If you click on "Details" instead of "Wireless properties", you will receive further information about the Internet connection.

You can find more tips on wireless internet connection in our photo spread as well as on the practical tips topic page about WiFi.