Hotspot - LG G5 User Manual

You will see the names and security settings of in-range Wi-Fi networks.
4. Tap > Advanced Wi-Fi > Wi-Fi Direct.
5. Tap a device with which to connect.
If connected via Wi-Fi, you will see a confirmation. Follow the onscreen instructions.
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6. Accept the connection on the other device.
If a connection is not accepted after a certain period, the connection request is cancelled.
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To stop a connection, tap the a device > OK.
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Hotspot

Wi-Fi Hotspot allows you to turn your phone into a Wi-Fi hotspot. When this feature is turned on, you
can share your phone's mobile data services via Wi-Fi with other Wi-Fi enabled devices. The feature
works best when used in conjunction with 4G data services (although 3G service can also be used).
Important: Use of the Hotspot feature requires an additional subscription. Sign on to your account
at sprint.com/mysprint or access your account via Sprint Zone (Tap
more.
Note: Turning on Hotspot will disable your phone's connection to other Wi-Fi networks.
Set Up Wi-Fi Hotspot
1. Tap > Tools
2. Tap Tethering > Wi-Fi Hotspot.
3. Tap the Wi-Fi Hospot switch
Wi-Fi hotspot is enabled.
To disable Wi-Fi hotspot, tap the switch again.
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Note: The best way to keep using the phone as a hotspot is to have it connected to a power supply.
Important: Write down the passkey (password) for this communication (shown onscreen).
Connect to Wi-Fi Hotspot
1. Enable Wi-Fi (wireless) functionality on your target device (laptop, media device, etc.).
2. Scan for Wi-Fi networks from the device and select your phone hotspot from the network list.
3. Select this phone and follow your onscreen instructions to enter the passkey (provided on the
Making Connections Connectivity
> Settings > Networks tab.
to turn Wi-Fi hotspot on.
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