Hotspot - Samsung Galaxy S6 edge+ User Manual

Hotspot

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 My Sprint (tap Apps
Note: Turning Hotspot on will disable your phone's connection to other Wi-Fi networks.
Set Up Hotspot
1. From home, tap Apps
2. Tap Hotspot and Tethering
 The Hotspot window opens.
3. Tap On/Off to turn Hotspot on.
 Hotspot is enabled.
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To disable Hotspot, tap On/Off again.
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 Hotspot
1. Enable Wi-Fi (wireless) functionality on your target device (such as a laptop or media device).
2. Scan for Wi-Fi networks from the device and select your phone hotspot from the network list.
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You can change the default name by tapping More options > Configure Hotpot and
entering a new Network name.
3. Select this phone and follow your prompts to enter the passkey (provided on the Hotspot page).
 The device is connected via your phone's Hotspot.
4. Launch your Web browser to confirm you have an Internet connection.
Connectivity
> Settings .
> Hotspot.
> My Sprint ) to learn more.
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