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Connections 159
To disconnect tethering:
1.
Press
and then tap
(
Settings
)
Wireless and network
Tethering and portable hotspot
.
2.
Tap
USB tethering
from the Tethering menu to remove the
check mark and deactivate the feature.
3.
Remove the USB cable from the phone.
Portable Wi-Fi Hotspot
This feature allows you to turn your phone into a Wi-Fi hotspot.
The feature works best when used in conjunction with HSPA+ (4G)
data services (although 3G service can also be used).
Important!:
The Mobile AP service can not be active at the same time as Wi-
Fi. Please close your Wi-Fi connection prior to launching the
Mobile AP service.
To activate the Portable Wi-Fi Hotspot service:
1.
Press
and then tap
(
Settings
)
Wireless and network
Tethering and portable hotspot
.
2.
Tap
Portable Wi-Fi hotspot settings
OK
.
3.
Tap
Portable Wi-Fi hotspot
. This places a checkmark in the
adjacent field to activate the service.
4.
Tap
Configure portable Wi-Fi hotspot
.
5.
Note the Network SSID name or enter a new SSID.
6.
By default, the connection is open and not secured. It is
recommended that you secure your hotspot -- tap the
Security
field, select
WPA2 PSK
, enter a password and tap
Save
.
Important!:
The more complex the password, the harder it will be for intruders
to break your security. It is recommended that you not use names,
birthdays, or other personal information.
7.
Confirm the Mobile AP service icon
appears at the top
of the screen.
Note:
By default, the connection is open and not secured. It is recommended
that you access the Portable Wi-Fi Hotspot settings and create a secure
connection by using a password for communication.
Note:
Using your 4G service and Portable Wi-Fi Hotspot drains your phone’s
battery at a much faster rate than when using any other feature
combination. It is recommended that the phone be connected to the wall
charger while using it as a hotspot.
To connect to the Hotspot:
1.
Enable Wi-Fi (wireless) functionality on your target device
(laptop, media device, etc.).