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# Configuring a Client Mode Connection

You may use a radio on the WiFi Pineapple to connect to an external WiFi network, for getting an internet connection or for communicating with other devices on that network.

To configure a client mode connection, navigate to **Settings > Networking** in the User Interface. You will be presented with a card labelled **Wireless Client Mode**.

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{% hint style="warning" %}
While you may select other wireless interfaces for Client Mode, you are **greatly** recommended to use wlan2, as it is dedicated for Client Mode.
{% endhint %}

After clicking the **Scan** button, a list of surrounding wireless networks will be listed for you. Select the SSID you wish to connect to, and enter the SSID or PSK if required. Click **Connect** to start a connection.

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If the connection is successful, you will be presented with the associated SSID and an acquired IP, if DHCP is enabled on the network.

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{% hint style="info" %}
If you are required to set a static IP address, you must do so via the command line. Press the backtick (\`) on your keyboard to open a Web Terminal.
{% endhint %}

{% hint style="info" %}
The Wireless Client Mode configuration is automatically saved, and an attempt to reconnect will happen every boot, automatically.
{% endhint %}


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