Sharing your mobile network connection using Internet tethering
Additional charges might apply for using Internet tethering. On some networks you can't use some services on your
BlackBerry device, such as email and BlackBerry Messenger, while you use Internet tethering.
Use Internet tethering to share your Internet connection
You can tether your BlackBerry device using either a USB cable or a Bluetooth connection.
1.
On the home screen, swipe down from the top of the screen.
2.
Tap
Settings
>
Networks and Connections
>
Internet Tethering
.
3.
If you've never used Internet tethering before, complete the instructions on the screen. Read the setup screens
carefully as they provide important information about the Internet tethering feature.
4.
In the
Connect using
drop-down list, tap
USB
or
Bluetooth
.
5.
Turn on the
Internet Tethering
switch.
6.
Connect your BlackBerry device to a laptop or tablet using a USB cable or Bluetooth connection.
Troubleshooting: Internet tethering
I can't use Internet tethering
• Check that your BlackBerry device is connected to the mobile network. If
appears in the upper-right corner of the
home screen, then your device is connected to the mobile network.
• Check that your wireless service plan is set up to use Internet tethering. If not, you need to change your service plan
before you can use Internet tethering.
• If your wireless service plan supports Internet tethering while roaming, on the
Settings
>
Networks and Connections
>
Mobile Network
settings screen, check that the
Data Services
switch is on and the option in the
Data services while
roaming
drop-down list is set to
On
.
• If you're using your device for work, your organization might not allow the use of Internet tethering. For more
information, check with your administrator.
Connect your device to an external display
You can connect your BlackBerry device to an external device, such as a monitor, projector, or TV, by using a VGA,
DisplayPort, DVI, or HDMI connector.
1.
Using a SlimPort adapter and the appropriate cable, connect your BlackBerry device to an external display.
2.
Your device automatically detects the resolution of the HDMI display that your device is connected to. However, if
you must change the resolution, on the home screen, swipe down from the top of the screen. Tap
Settings
>
Display
. In the
HDMI Display Mode
drop-down list, tap the display mode that you want to use.
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