Connections 171Mobile HotspotThis feature allows you to turn your device into a Wi-FiHotspot. The feature works best when used in conjunctionwith 4G/LTE data services (although 3G service can also beused).The Mobile Hotspot connectivity is a wireless version of thissame functionality and allows you to provide Internetconnectivity to multiple devices.Important! The Mobile Hotspot service can not be active at thesame time as Wi-Fi. Please close your Wi-Ficonnection prior to launching this service.Note: You must have a tethering plan on your account in orderto use the Mobile Hotspot. You cannot use data on thedevice while using Mobile Hotspot.To activate the Mobile Hotspot service:1. From the Home screen, tap (Apps) ➔ Settings ➔(Connections tab) ➔ More networks ➔ Tetheringand Mobile Hotspot.2. In a single motion touch and slide the Mobile Hotspotslider to the right to turn it on.3. Edit the Network SSID name and then write it down.4. Enable the Broadcast network name (SSID) field if youwould like to broadcast your SSID name to nearbydevices.5. Verify the Security field is set to WPA2 PSK.6. Enter a new password then write it down.– Additional options include Show password and Show advancedoptions.7. Tap Save to store the new settings.8. Confirm the Mobile HotSpot active icon appearsat the top of the screen.Note: By default, prior to the initial setup process, theconnection is unsecure. It is recommended you createyour own password prior to your initial connection.
