Samsung SPH-L300ZSASPR - Manual (Page 62)

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Tethering
Tethered Mode allows your computer to obtain an external data connection by using the
phone’s wireless data services and a wired USB connection or a separate Bluetooth connection.
Important!
If you are using your phone for Tethering, you may be prompted for additional
drivers. The Samsung Mobile Driver for the SPH-L300 contains the ADB, CDMA,
& LTE drivers that are required for using either Tethering (Phone as a Modem) or
development tools.
Before attempting a tethered connection:
● Go to www.samsung.com and visit the SPH-L300 Product page, where you can navigate
to the Download Center to obtain this driver.
● The online FAQ also provide detailed information about this driver.
● A wireless data connection can be made by using the phone’s Sprint Hotspot feature.
Activate USB Tethering
1. Press > and tap Settings > More settings.
2. Tap Tethering > USB tethering to add a checkmark and activate the feature. While in
USB tethering, the status bar will display
.
Note
: The USB tethering option is only available when the phone is connected to the
computer. Otherwise, it is grayed out.
Activate Bluetooth Tethering
1. Press > and tap Settings > More settings.
2. Tap Tethering > Bluetooth tethering to add a checkmark and activate the feature. The
USB tethering icon displays at the top of your screen.
Access Help
1. Press > and tap Settings > More settings.
2. Tap Tethering > Help.
NFC
NFC (Near Field Communication) allows data exchange when you touch your phone with
another compatible device. This is used for applications such as Android Beam and S Beam.
To activate NFC: