SSID

You may use the Internet every day but have never heard of the technical term SSID. Even though most people encounter and rely on SSIDs every day, they have never understood them. This article will explain the definition of SSIDs and how they work in detail.

 

What is SSID?

 

SSID refers to Service Set Identifier, which is an important identifier for a wireless network. This is usually the name that the setup router is assigned to the Wi-Fi network, which could be some coffee shop or airport public Wi-Fi. The router creates a hotspot and broadcasts the network using the SSID. In this network, the SSID is the access point that allows nearby access devices, such as laptops or smartphones, to locate and connect to the network when they recognize the signal. When the user tries to connect to the device, the Wi-Fi list shows a list of all available Wi-Fi networks in the vicinity, and then the SSID is used as the name to identify the particular network that the user wants to connect to. This identifier is typically kept within the user's device to connect to the same network automatically the next time.

 

It is also important to note that, generally, Wi-Fi networks only use the SSID as the network name of the identifier. If you need to connect to that network, which may also be protected by specific protective security mechanisms such as the WPA2 or WPA3 protocols, then you'll need the password or key for that network to gain access.

 

 

How to Get SSID?

 

After knowing what an SSID is, how do you find it on a new network or an unchanged-name network? The answer is simple. Usually, when the device is shipped from the factory, the router print label usually prints the default SSID network. You can verify that there is a label somewhere on the bottom of the router. Many network administrators will set up their networks with unique names to make them easier to find.

 

In this case, if you want to confirm the network SSID, you can turn on your digital device and see the SSID of the network you are currently connected to in the Wi-Fi settings as well. Of course, this only applies to networks that have been connected to.

 

If you want to connect to a network you have not used before, it is easier to ask the network administrator for the SSID, which is the case when you ask a server at a coffee shop or a staff member at an airport.

SSID Not Found?

 

In some cases, you may be puzzled that you are already near the source but still don't see the Wi-Fi you want to connect to on your network device, then check the following at this time:

 

-SSID is set to hidden (configured by the owner)

-The device is not within the signal range

-The router is not working properly

-The device's network adapter is not working or the Wi-Fi feature is turned off

 

The corresponding solution is:

 

-Verify that the SSID is not hidden

-Reboot the router

-Restore factory settings (this resets the SSID to the default name)

-Confirm that the network name is correct

-Move closer to the router, or use a device such as a signal booster or wireless extension to boost the signal.

-Reboot the device and update the drivers

-Ensure no objects or devices are blocking the SSID hotspot

 

Changing the SSID

 

While changing the SSID name of a Wi-Fi network isn't necessary, it can be beneficial in certain situations. For example, someone living in an apartment building may find multiple similar SSIDs around, which can lead to confusion. Instead of searching through a bunch of SSIDs that start with TP-Link, it is easier to create a unique and meaningful name, such as "The Moore Home", which is easier to recognize.

To change the SSID, follow these steps:

 

1. Find the IP address of your router (usually on the router label)

2. Connect to the router's network using a computer or cell phone

3. Open a browser window, such as Safari or Chrome

4. Log in to the router's web interface using your administrative credentials (the default is usually on the router tab)

5. Navigate to the router's WLAN (Wireless LAN) or Wi-Fi settings

6. Look for the SSID field, where the default SSID name should appear

7. Enter the new SSID name

8. Make sure to save the changes

When you complete the above steps, the new SSID will be available in a few minutes in your network device available list can be found, if you do not see the corresponding SSID, please refresh, in some cases, it may appear at the same time the old and the new name, do not worry, not long after the return to normal!