You can use the Wi-Fi menu to quickly connect to a nearby wireless network.
- Click the Wi-Fi icon (
or 
) in the menu bar. - If Wi-Fi is off, choose "Turn Wi-Fi on."
- Select a nearby Wi-Fi network from the list.
If you don't see your network listed, make sure it's nearby and that others can connect to it. It could also be a "hidden" network. You can connect to a hidden network by choosing "Join other network" and entering the name of the network you're trying to use.
The strength of each nearby network is shown next to its name. More darkened bars indicate a stronger network connection.
Enter your password
Networks that have a lock icon next to their name require a password. After you select your network, enter the network password when you're prompted. If you don't know the network password, check with the owner of the Wi-Fi network you're trying to join.
If you don't see the Wi-Fi menu
You can enable and disable the Wi-Fi menu from the Network pane of System Preferences.
- From the Apple menu, choose System Preferences.
- Click Network in the System Preferences window.
- Select Wi-Fi in the list of available network connections.
- Select (check) the option to "Show Wi-Fi status in menu bar."