
Settings 101
VPN
Set up and manage Virtual Private Networks (VPNs). For more
information about using VPNs, see
“VPN”
on page 91.
Note:
You must enable at least Pattern security before setting
up a VPN. If you have not yet enabled security, you’ll be
prompted to do so the first time you launch VPN
settings.
Adding a VPN
1.
From the
Wireless & networks
menu, touch
VPN
.
2.
Touch
Add VPN network
to set up a connection to a
VPN, using the following settings:
• Name
: Enter a name for the VPN connection.
• Type
: Choose the type of VPN.
• Server address
: Enter the IP address of the VPN server.
• PPP encryption (MPPE)
: Touch to enable or disable
encryption.
• Show advanced options
: Touch to show more options.
Available options depend on the type of VPN you are adding.
Tethering
Use Tethering to share your phone’s internet connection with
a computer that connects to your device via USB cable, or by
Bluetooth.
For more information about connecting computers to your
phone via Tethering, see
“Tethering”
on page 92.
Note:
Using Tethering requires a subscription to your Wireless
Provider’s mobile data service.
1.
From the
Wireless & networks
menu, touch
Tethering &
portable hotspot
. The
Tethering & portable hotspot
screen displays.
2.
Choose a tethering method:
• USB tethering
: Connect the computer to the phone via USB
cable, then touch
USB Tethering
to turn tethering On or Off.
When On, a check displays in the check box.