This article provides instructions on how to connect your rabbit r1 to Wi-Fi and information about supported Wi-Fi networks.
If you just got your rabbit r1, visit the article with detailed steps on how to set up your rabbit r1. You can also find instructions about how to use a SIM card, how to connect a Bluetooth device, and how to fix internet connection errors in other articles.
How to connect your rabbit r1 to Wi-Fi
Use the following steps to connect to a new Wi-Fi network. After you connect to the Wi-Fi network, it will be saved to the my networks section in the network menu so you can quickly connect to it again later.
- Open the settings menu in one of the following ways:
- From your r1’s home screen, swipe up or scroll up with the scroll wheel and select the settings card
- You can also swipe down from the top of any screen to access the quick settings screen, and then tap the gear icon to open settings
- Select network
- If Wi-Fi is not already enabled, toggle it on
- Scroll and select a Wi-Fi network
- Select connect
- If a password is required, type it on the keyboard and then tap the orange return key on the bottom right of the keyboard to enter
Note: If your r1 is not on the latest software version, you may need to gently shake your r1 twice to open the settings menu.
How to connect rabbit r1 to a hidden Wi-Fi network
You can manually connect your r1 to a Wi-Fi network by SSID.
- From the network menu, scroll down and select add network under add network manually
- Select enter SSID under network name, type the network name using the keyboard, and then tap the orange return key on the bottom right of the keyboard to enter
- Select select protocol under security and choose the network’s security protocol
- If a password is required, select enter password and use the keyboard to type the password
- Select add network to connect to the network
Tip: Hold the side button and say something like “connect to Wi-Fi” to open the network menu.
How to change Wi-Fi settings on your rabbit r1
Find instructions on how to manage Wi-Fi settings on your rabbit r1 in the sections below.
How to toggle Wi-Fi
Use the following steps to turn Wi-Fi on and off.
- Open the settings menu in one of the following ways:
- From your r1’s home screen, swipe up or scroll up with the scroll wheel and select the settings card
- You can also swipe down from the top of any screen to access the quick settings screen, and then tap the gear icon to open settings
- Select network
- Tap the switch next to wifi to toggle Wi-Fi on or off
Tip: If you are using a SIM card and connected to Wi-Fi at the same time, your r1 will default to using Wi-Fi.
How to disconnect from a Wi-Fi network
Use the following steps to disconnect from a Wi-Fi network.
- Open the settings menu in one of the following ways:
- From your r1’s home screen, swipe up or scroll up with the scroll wheel and select the settings card
- You can also swipe down from the top of any screen to access the quick settings screen, and then tap the gear icon to open settings
- Select network
- Select your Wi-Fi network from the my networks section
- Tap disconnect
How to forget a Wi-Fi network
Use the following steps to forget a Wi-Fi network.
- Open the settings menu in one of the following ways:
- From your r1’s home screen, swipe up or scroll up with the scroll wheel and select the settings card
- You can also swipe down from the top of any screen to access the quick settings screen, and then tap the gear icon to open settings
- Select network
- Select your Wi-Fi network from the my networks section
- Select forget network
Tip: There is no limit to the number of Wi-Fi networks that can be remembered.
Common questions about Wi-Fi on rabbit r1
Find answers to common question about Wi-Fi on rabbit r1 in the sections below.
Are captive portal Wi-Fi networks supported on r1?
Some Wi-Fi networks like dorms, hotels, and shops require you to log in using a web portal before you can connect to the internet.
Connecting to a captive network on your rabbit r1 is simple—follow the Wi-Fi connection steps above and use the touchscreen to log in.
What Wi-Fi frequencies are supported on r1?
Your rabbit r1 can connect to 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz Wi-Fi networks.
Note: Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) is not supported on r1, however Wi-Fi 6 routers should be backwards compatible with previous Wi-Fi standards.