Using htc one (e8) as a wi‍-fi hotspot, Using htc one (e8) as a wi-fi hotspot – HTC One E8 User Manual

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Using HTC One (E8) as a Wi-Fi hotspot

Share your data connection with other devices by turning HTC One (E8) into a Wi-Fi hotspot.

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Make sure the data connection is turned on.

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You must have an approved data plan associated with your account from your mobile service
provider to use this service. Devices connected to your Wi-Fi hotspot use data from your
subscribed data plan.

1. Open the Settings app.

2. Under Wireless & Networks, tap More.

3. Tap Mobile network sharing > Portable Wi-Fi hotspot.

The first time you turn on the Wi-Fi hotspot, you'll need to set it up.

4. Enter a hotspot name or use the default.

5. Enter a password or use the default.

The password is the key other people need to enter on their device so they can connect and
use HTC One (E8) as a wireless router.

6. To help make your Wi-Fi hotspot more secure, tap > Advanced.

Choose from the available settings, and then press

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7. Tap the Portable Wi-Fi Hotspot On/Off switch to turn it on.

HTC One (E8) is ready to be used as a Wi-Fi hotspot when you see

on the status bar.

To help minimize security risks, use the default security settings and set a strong and unique
password.

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