Data Tethering; Mobile Hotspots - LG Thrive User Manual

Settings
NOTE
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This device supports WEP, WPA/
WPA2-PSK and 802.1x EAP. security. If
your Wi-Fi service provider or network
administrator sets encryption for network
security, enter the key in the pop-up
window. If encryption is not set, this pop-
up window will not be shown. You can
obtain the key from your Wi-Fi service
provider or network administrator.

Data Tethering

You can use your phone to provide a data
connection to a computer by activating
data tethering and connecting them with
a USB cable.
To tether your phone with your computer
using the USB
1
Connect your phone to your computer with
a USB cable.
2 From the Home screen, press the
Key Settings
and touch
networks Tethering & portable
>
hotspot > USB tethering
3 A green check mark will appear, indicating
that the function is activated.
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Menu
Wireless &
>
.
NOTE
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- Data Tethering requires an appropriate
DataPro data plan. Devices connected by
tethering use data from your DataPro plan.
Plans are not unlimited and significant
charges may be incurred if the included
data allowance is exceeded. Performance
may vary depending on the number of
devices connected and other factors.
- You cannot access your phone's microSD
card on your computer when using USB
tethering.

Mobile Hotspots

You can also use your smartphone to
provide a mobile broadband connection
for up to 4 other devices. Create a hotspot
and share your connection.
NOTE
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Mobile Hotspot service is currently not
available for GoPhone prepaid accounts
at this time. Please check www.att.com/
gophone or contact Customer Care for any
changes in support of this service.
1 To use tethering, attach the device you
want to tether to your phone with a USB
Tethering & portable
cable and touch
hotspot USB tethering
>
& networks screen.
in the Wireless