Connections 123
Tethering
This option allows you to share your device’s mobile data
connection via a direct USB connection between your device and
computer. A wireless version of this same functionality would be
the Mobile AP feature.
Note:
If additional software or USB drivers are required, navigate to:
http://
www.samsung.com/us/support/downloads
.
1.
From a Home screen, tap
(
Apps
)
➔
(
Settings
)
➔
Wireless and networks
➔
Tethering and portable hotspot
.
2.
Plug in the USB cable between your computer and your
device.
3.
When prompted for a USB mode, tap
to exit the
menu.
4.
Tap
USB tethering
from the Tethering menu. This places a
green check mark next to the entry and activates the
feature. A Tethering or Hotspot active notification briefly
appears on the screen.
Look for the Tethering active icon
in the Status bar
area of the screen.
To disconnect tethering:
1.
From a Home screen, tap
(
Apps
)
➔
(
Settings
)
➔
Wireless and networks
➔
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 device.