Samsung Galaxy S8/S8+ User Guide

You are here: Settings > Connections Settings > Hotspot and Tethering > Hotspot

Hotspot
Hotspot allows you to turn your phone into a Wi-Fi hotspot. When this feature is turned on, you
can share your phone’s mobile data services using Wi-Fi with other Wi-Fi enabled devices. The
feature works best when used in conjunction with 4G data services (although 3G service can
also be used).

Important: Use of the Hotspot feature requires an additional subscription. Sign on to your
account at sprint.com/my sprint.

Note: Turning Hotspot on will disable your phone’s connection to other Wi-Fi networks.

Set Up Hotspot
1. From home, swipe up to access Apps.

2. Tap Settings > Hotspot and tethering > Hotspot.

3. Tap On/Off to turn Hotspot on or off.

 To disable Hotspot, tap On/Off again.

Note: The best way to keep using the phone as a hotspot is to have it connected to a power
supply.

Important: Write down the passkey (password) for this communication (shown onscreen).

Connect to 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 your phone hotspot from the network list.

 You can change the default name by tapping More options > Configure hotspot and
entering a new Network name.

3. Select this phone and follow your prompts to enter the passkey (provided on the Hotspot
page).

4. Launch your Web browser to confirm you have an Internet connection.

Hotspot Settings
Use Hotspot to share your device’s Internet connection with other devices.

1. From home, swipe up to access Apps.

2. Tap Settings > Hotspot and tethering > Hotspot.

3. Tap On/Off to turn Hotspot on.

4. To disable Hotspot, tap On/Off again.

Advanced Hotspot Settings

The hotspot settings menu lets you configure advanced options.

 Set Network SSID: From the Hotspot window, tap More options > Configure hotspot >
Network name, enter a name for your hotspot, and then tap Save.

 Hide your Hotspot: From the Hotspot window, tap More options > Configure hotspot >
Hide my device to make your Mobile hotspot invisible to other Wi-Fi devices during a scan.
When hidden, other devices can still connect to your Mobile hotspot, but have to set up the
connection manually with your Network SSID and Password.

 Set Hotspot security: From the Hotspot window, tap More options > Configure hotspot
> Security, select a security settings option, and then tap Save.

 Set Hotspot password: From the Hotspot window, tap More options > Configure
hotspot > Password, enter a password, and then tap Save.

 Advanced Hotspot options: From the Hotspot window, tap More options > Configure
hotspot > Show advanced options, set your broadcast channel and maximum number of
connections, and then tap Save.

 Set allowed devices: To select which devices are allowed to connect to the Hotspot, in the
Hotspot window, tap More options > Allowed devices > Add, enter a device name and
MAC address, and then tap Add. To remove allowed devices, tap Delete.

 Set Hotspot Timeout Settings: From the Hotspot window, tap More options > Timeout
settings, and then tap option to select it.
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You are here: Settings > Connections Settings > Data Services General Information (4G LTE and 3G Networks)

Data Services General Information (4G LTE and 3G

Networks)
The following topics will help you learn the basics of using your data services.

Important: Certain data services requests may require additional time to process. While your
phone is loading the requested service, the touchscreen or QWERTY keyboard may appear
unresponsive when in fact they are functioning properly. Allow the phone some time to process
your data usage request.

4G LTE
The Sprint 4G LTE network provides your phone with wireless Internet access over greater
distances than Wi-Fi and delivers data transfer rates of up to 60 Mbps To connect your phone to
the 4G LTE network, you must be in an area covered by the 4G LTE network.

For more information about the availability of Sprint 4G LTE service in your location, visit
sprint.com/coverage.

Note: The availability and range of the network depends on a number of factors including your
distance to the base station, and infrastructure and other objects through which the signal
passes.

Set Your Network Options

1. From home, swipe up to access Apps.

2. Tap Settings > Connections > Mobile networks > Network mode.

3. Select CDMA, LTE / CDMA, GSM / UMTS, or Automatic.

 The phone will scan for the best available Sprint network and will automatically connect
to it.

When your phone is connected using 4G LTE, LTE appears above the signal strength
indicator in the status bar.

Note: The Sprint networks are self-discoverable, which means no additional steps are required
for your phone to connect to them.

Your User Name

When you buy your phone and sign up for service, you are automatically assigned a user name,
which is typically based on your name and a number, followed by “@sprintpcs.com.” (For
example, the third John Smith to sign up for Sprint data services might have
jsmith003@sprintpcs.com as his user name.)

When you use data services, your user name is submitted to identify you to the network. Your
user name is automatically programmed into your phone. You do not have to enter it.

Find Your User Name

You can find your user name through your phone’s device menu.

1. From home, swipe up to access Apps.

2. Tap Settings > About phone.

3. Tap Status.

You will see your user name under the “Username” heading.

Update Your User Name

If you choose to change your user name and select a new one online, or make any changes to
your services, you must then update the profile on your phone.

1. From home, swipe up to access Apps.

2. Tap Settings > System updates.

3. Tap Update Profile.

Your phone will download and install the profile update.

Data Connection Status and Indicators

Your phone displays the current status of your data connection through indicators at the top of
the screen. The following symbols are used:

Icon Status

Network (full signal): The fullness of the triangle icon indicates the strength of the signal.
A fuller icon means a better signal.

4G LTE data service: Your phone is connected to a 4G LTE network.

Samsung Galaxy S8/S8+ User Guide
You are here: Settings > Connections Settings > Wi-Fi > Wi-Fi Settings Menu

Wi-Fi Settings Menu

The Wi-Fi settings menu lets you turn Wi-Fi on or off, set up and connect to available Wi-Fi
networks, and configure advanced Wi-Fi options.

Connect to a Wi-Fi Network

1. From home, swipe up to access Apps.

2. Tap Settings > Connections > Wi-Fi.

3. Tap On/Off to turn Wi-Fi on.

 To disable Wi-Fi, tap On/Off again.

4. Tap a Wi-Fi network, enter the password, and tap Connect.

5. Configure your Wi-Fi settings.

 The password, for a household wireless LAN router, is sometimes found on a sticker on
the router (WEP, WPA, KEY, etc.). Contact the router manufacturer for information. For
the password for a public wireless LAN, check with user’s service provider.

 Entering a password is not required if an access point is not security protected.

Connect to a Wi-Fi Network Using WPS

Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) is a network security standard that allows you to easily secure a
wireless network connection between your phone and a router.

To connect using a WPS button:

1. From Wi-Fi settings, tap Advanced > WPS push button.

2. Press the WPS button on your router.

3. Follow the prompts to complete the connection.

To connect using a Personal Identification Number (PIN):

1. From Wi-Fi settings, tap Advanced > WPS PIN entry.

2. Enter the PIN displayed on your router.

3. Follow the prompts to complete the connection.

Smart Network Switch

Smart network switch lets your phone automatically switch to the wireless network data
connection when the current Wi-Fi connection is unstable.

1. From the Wi-Fi settings menu, tap Advanced > Smart network switch.

2. Tap On/Off to enable the feature.

Advanced Wi-Fi Settings

The advanced Wi-Fi settings menu lets you set up and manage wireless access points.

 From the Wi-Fi menu, tap Advanced to access Wi-Fi settings:

 Smart network switch: Connect automatically to a mobile network connection when the
Wi-Fi connection is unstable.

 Network notification: Receive notifications when open networks in range are detected.

 Hotspot 2.0: Connect automatically to Wi-Fi access points that support Hotspot 2.0.

 Manage networks: Manage your saved Wi-Fi networks.

 WPS push button: Set up a connection to a WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) router or
other equipment.

 WPS PIN entry: View the PIN used by your device to set up a PIN-secured connection
to a Wi-Fi router or other equipment (not configurable).

 Keep Wi-Fi on during sleep: Specify when to disconnect from Wi-Fi.

 Install network certificates: Install authentication certificates.

 Wi-Fi control history: View devices that have turned your Wi-Fi on or off.

 MAC address: View your device’s MAC address, which is required when connecting to
some secured networks (not configurable).

 IP address: View your device’s IP address (not configurable).

Troubleshooting mobile internet
settings (APNs)

By Joseph Hanlon

WhistleOut

09 December 2015

If you are having trouble connecting to the internet from your smartphone or tablet, especially if you are using
a new SIM card, there could be a problem with the configuration of your internet settings. Luckily, these
problems are easy to fix.

In a majority of cases, if you have a working SIM card and an active mobile plan, these settings should be
automatically sent to your phone by your carrier. If not, you only need to make an adjustment to the Access
Point Name (APN) in your phone's settings to get online.

Alternatively, you might find an option on these settings pages to have the APN settings sent directly to your
phone. Choose this option and small settings file will be sent by SMS to you.

Android Phones
Go to [Settings] > [Wireless and Networks] > [More Networks] > [Cellular Networks] > [Access Point
Names]

Here there should be a list of APNs associated with your SIM card. If you don't see any APNs, hit the [Plus
Icon] to see an empty Access Point edit page.

Follow the instructions below for your telco, entering in details into the necessary fields, then press [Menu] >
[Save].

If you need to enter an APN for MMS separately, just repeat this process again (though you can usually add all
the information on a single page..

iPhone / iPad

Go to [Settings] > [Cellular] > [Cellular Data Network]

Mobile carriers can restrict access to these settings, so you might find the options listed below are not visible
on your device.
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APN Settings

Below are the details to enter into your device if they are not listed already. Note, the APN details are case
sensitive, often all in lower case.

The name you give to the settings doesn't matter, though it might be helpful to name it after the carrier. You
should leave blank any fields that we've left blank in the table. If only one column is filled in, then you can use
the same APN setting for both internet data and MMS. Otherwise, make two.

Telstra / Boost Mobile

Internet Data MMS

Name
[Not specific] [Not specific]

APN telstra.iph telstra.mms

Proxy

Port

Username

Password

MMSC http://mmsc.telstra.com:8002

MMS Proxy 10.1.1.180

MMS Port 80

MMS Protocol WAP 2.0

MCC 505 505

MNC 01 01
 Internet Data MMS

Authentication Type PAP

APN Type default,supl mms

Optus / Amaysim / Vaya / Live Connected / iiNet / Dodo / Bendigo

Bank
Internet Data MMS

Name
[Not specific] [Not specific]

APN internet mms

Proxy

Port

Username

Password

MMSC http://mmsc.optus.com.au:8002/

MMS Proxy 61.88.190.10

MMS Port 8070

MMS Protocol WAP 2.0

MCC 505 502

MNC 02 02

Authentication Type PAP PAP

APN Type default mms

Vodafone / TPG / Kogan Mobile / CMobile Red
Internet Data MMS

Name
[Not specific]

APN live.vodafone.com

Proxy

Port

Username

Password

MMSC http://pxt.vodafone.net.au/pxtsend

MMS Proxy 10.202.2.60

MMS Port 8080

MMS Protocol

MCC 505

MNC 03

Authentication Type

APN Type default,mms,supl

Virgin Mobile
Internet Data MMS
 Internet Data MMS

Name
[Not specific] Optus MMS

APN yesinternet mms

Proxy

Port

Username

Password

MMSC http://mmsc.optus.com.au:8002/

MMS Proxy 61:88:190:10

MMS Port 8070

MMS Protocol

MCC 505 505

MNC 02 02

Authentication Type

APN Type default,supl mms

MVNO Type IMSI

Aldi Mobile / Telechoice / Woolworth's Connect / CMobile Blue

Internet Data MMS

Name
[Not specific]
 Internet Data MMS

APN mdata.net.au

Proxy

Port

Username

Password

MMSC http://mmsc.mdata.net.au:8003/

MMS Proxy 10.1.1.80

MMS Port 80

MMS Protocol WAP 2.0

MCC 505

MNC 01

Authentication Type

APN Type default,dun,supl,mms

Lebara Mobile customers can head over to the Settings Page on the Lebara website and have the latest APN
settings sent to their phone.
How To Have SMART LTE Signal With APN
Settings
Julius Ayopela Jr
7:33 AM
LTEnewsSMARTtricks

LTE or Long Term Evolution is the latest network connection today, this new
technology can go as high as 100mbps if not capped by the network, LTE is
also called 4G the successor of 3G, although 3G and 2G are still used today.
Having an SMART LTE signal in your area is a lucky thing, take advantage
of the speed, just take note that premium services requires premium cost,
anyway I'm not here to talk about that.

Today's topic will consist of how to configure APN and other broadband
settings, LTE Sim and device combination, and places where SMART LTE is
live.

SMART LTE SIM And Device Combination

Lets apply a simple logic, as some users experiencing signal drops from LTE
(4G) to 3G.

 Smart regular sim will yield = 3G network

 Smart LTE SIM = 4G network

1. 3G sim + LTE device/phone = 3G network

2. Subscribe to LTE promo using 3G SIM + LTE device/phone = 4G
network (Might not work all the time)
3. LTE sim + LTE device/phone = up to 4G network
 4. LTE sim + 3G device/phone = up to 3G network

It is recommended to use the third combination, as they may give better results, pictures
are provided below for references.

Huawei E392

 Connect to a superfast 4G network whilst on the move. Automatically

switches to 3G when out of 4G range
 Plug in and access superfast 4G on the move. Breathtaking speed
(Download at up to 100 Mbps)
 Download enormous attachments and surf at speed
 Small and slick enough to slip into your pocket.
 Stick-Sized Modem and compact design.
 Plug and Go – No need for extra software
 Supports Windows & Mac (XP SP2/SP3; Vista SP1/SP2; Windows 7;
Mac OS X 10.5/10.6/10.7)

*note: this device can be bought at online stores, don't buy from SMART,
they are just re-branded devices, and save up to Php2,000. Huawei E392 is
already unlocked for all networks, while from SMART is not.
The LTE SIM will provide, of course an LTE (4G) signal, although its quite
expensive than regular sim, SMART LTE SIM has some extra features like,
huge contact space, additional services, extra menus, and they are
prioritized by Smart.

SMART LTE APN Settings/Configuration

 Profile name: any name

 APN: Dynamic
 Access Number:*99#
 IP Settings: Dynamic
 Authentication Protocol: Uncheck CHAP, and check PAP
 DNS Settings: Dynamic
 WINS Settings: Dynamic

*Note: Don't use APN=internet, as it may not give the highest speed.