Connections 218USB TetheringThis option allows you to share your device’s mobile dataconnection via a direct USB connection between your deviceand a single computer. The Mobile Hotspot connectivity is awireless version of this same functionality and allows you toprovide Internet connectivity to multiple devices.Note: You can not mount your device’s microSD card to yourcomputer while using the USB tethering feature.If additional software or USB drivers are required,navigate to: http://www.samsung.com/us/support/downloads.To connect using USB Tethering:1. From the Home screen, press and then tapSettings ➔ More settings ➔ Tethering and MobileHotspot.2. Plug in the USB cable between your computer and yourphone.3. When prompted for a USB mode, press to exit themenu.4. Tap USB tethering from the Tethering menu. This placesa green check mark next to the entry and activates thefeature. A Tethering or HotSpot active notificationbriefly appears on the screen.Look for the Tethering active icon in the Statusbar area of the screen.5. Read the on-screen notification regarding data use andtap OK.To disconnect tethering:1. From the Home screen, press and then tapSettings ➔ More settings ➔ Tethering and MobileHotspot.2. Tap USB tethering from the Tethering menu to removethe check mark and deactivate the feature.3. Remove the USB cable from the device.
