User's Manual

Connections 123
Tethering
This option allows you to share your device’s mobile data
connection via a direct USB connection between your device and
computer. A wireless version of this same functionality would be
the 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 your
device.
3. When prompted for a USB mode, tap to exit the
menu.
4. Tap USB tethering from the Tethering menu. This places a
green check mark next to the entry and activates the
feature. A Tethering or Hotspot active notification briefly
appears on the screen.
Look for the Tethering active icon in the Status bar
area of the screen.
To disconnect tethering:
1. From a Home screen, tap ( Apps ) ➔ ( Settings )
➔ Wireless and networks ➔ Tethering and portable hotspot .
2. Tap USB tethering from the Tethering menu to remove the
check mark and deactivate the feature.
3. Remove the USB cable from the device.