For USB tethered connections on a Windows computer, iTunes must be installed.
- From the Home screen, navigate: Settings
> Personal Hotspot.
If you don't see Personal Hotspot, navigate: Settings > Cellular Data > Personal Hotspot.
If Personal Hotspot isn't available, ensure that it's set up.
- Tap the Allow Others to Join switch to turn on
.
The Personal Hotspot activation process may take several minutes.
- If prompted, select the appropriate setting:
- Turn on Wi-Fi and Bluetooth: Personal Hotspot available over Bluetooth, USB, and Wi-Fi
- USB only: Personal Hotspot available over USB only
The USB connection is visible in the computer's network connections. To verify, refer to one of the following:
- To change the Wi-Fi password, tap the Wi-Fi Password field, edit the info then tap Done.
The Wi-Fi password must contain at least 8 characters.
Check out these FAQs for additional support on Mobile Hotspot.