130Connecting With Samsung Kies1. Install Samsung Kies software on your PC.Warning!: Close any running applications before connecting your device to aPC.2. From a Home screen, tap (Apps) ➔ (Settings)➔ Applications ➔ Development ➔ USB debugging.Make sure this setting is not checked. If this option ischecked, Samsung Kies will not function properly.3. Using an optional PC data cable, connect the multifunctionjack on your device to a PC.Note: PC connection is only available in idle mode. Tap (Home Key), ifnecessary.4. Run Samsung Kies and follow the prompts to update yourdevice firmware.5. Refer to Samsung Kies Help for more information.TetheringThis option allows you to share your device’s mobile dataconnection via a direct USB connection between your device andcomputer. A wireless version of this same functionality would bethe Mobile AP feature.Note: If additional software or USB drivers are required, navigate to:http://www.samsung.com/us/support/downloads .1. From a Home screen, tap (Apps) ➔ (Settings)➔ Wireless and networks ➔ Tethering and portable hotspot.2. Plug in the USB cable between your computer and yourdevice.3. When prompted for a USB mode, tap to exit themenu.4. Tap USB tethering from the Tethering menu. This places agreen check mark next to the entry and activates thefeature. A Tethering or Hotspot active notification brieflyappears on the screen.Look for the Tethering active icon in the Status bararea of the screen.