Connecting Through USB
Use the micro-USB cable (included) to connect your device to your computer.
Note: If you'll be using USB for to connect to the Internet (and not just for charging your
device), you must install the device driver. (See
Use the micro-USB cable when:
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You want to charge your device, but you don't want to use the AC charger, or the AC
charger is not available.
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Your computer does not have Wi-Fi.
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You want to prevent any other devices from using the hotspot. (See
Tethering Device (Connected Through
Note: You can also block individual devices. See
Devices (Block List)
Filter).
To connect your device to your computer:
1. Insert the larger (Type A) end of the micro-USB cable into your computer.
2. Insert the other end of the cable into the micro-USB port on the side of your device.
Note: If you're having problems, see
Making a Tethered Connection
Your device supports a direct connection through a USB cable to a Windows or Mac computer.
(This is commonly referred to as a "tethered" connection.)
Your Network Connection
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and
Allowing or Denying Computers Access to the Network (MAC
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Making a Tethered
Displaying and Blocking Currently Connected
USB.
Connection.)
Disable Wi-Fi When