Connections 174Mobile APThis feature allows you to turn your phone into a Wi-Fi hotspot.The feature works best when used in conjunction with HSPA+(4G) data services (although 3G service can also be used).Important!: The Mobile AP service can not be active at the same time asWi-Fi. Please close your Wi-Fi connection prior to launching theMobile AP service.To activate the Mobile AP service:1. Press ➔ and then tap (Settings) ➔Wireless and network ➔ Tethering and portable hotspot.2. Tap Mobile AP settings ➔ Mobile AP, this places acheckmark in the adjacent field to activate the service.3. Tap OK to continue with the activation.4. Tap Configure mobile AP.5. Create a new Network SSID name and then write it down.6. Confirm the Mobile AP service icon appears at thetop of the screen.Note: By default, the connection is open and not secured. It is recommendedthat you access the Mobile AP settings and create a secure connectionby using a password for communication.Note: Using your 4G service and Mobile AP Hotspot drains your phone’sbattery at a much faster rate than when using any other featurecombination.The best way to keep using the phone as a hotspot is to have itconnected to a power supply.To connect to the Hotspot:1. Enable Wi-Fi (wireless) functionality on your target device(laptop, media device, etc.).2. Scan for Wi-Fi networks from the device and select yourphone hotspot from the network list.• Search for the name you gave your device within the Network SSIDfield.• You can later change the name by tapping Configure mobile AP➔ Network SSID and changing the entry.3. Select this Hotspot and follow your on-screen instructionsto complete the connection.4. Launch your Web browser to confirm you have an Internetconnection.
