To rename or secure your portable hotspot
You can change the name of your phone's Wi-Fi network name (SSID) and secure its Wi-Fi network.
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Tap
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> Apps tab > Settings > Networks tab > Tethering & networks > Wi-Fi hotspot.
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Tap Set up Wi-Fi hotspot.
The Set up Wi-Fi hotspot dialogue box will open.
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You can change the Wi-Fi name (SSID) that other devices see when scanning for Wi-Fi networks.
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You can also tap the Security menu to configure the network with Wi-Fi Protected Access 2 (WPA2)
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security using a pre-shared key (PSK).
If you touch the WPA2 PSK security option, a password field is added to the Set up Wi-Fi hotspot
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dialogue box. If you enter a password, you will need to enter that password when you connect to the
phone's hotspot with a computer or other device. You can set Open in the Security menu to remove
security from your Wi-Fi network.
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Tap Save.
ATTENTION! If you set the security option as Open, you cannot prevent unauthorised
usage of online services by other people and additional charges may be incurred. To
avoid unauthorized usage, you are advised to keep the security option active.
Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi Direct supports a direct connection between Wi-Fi enabled devices without an access point. Due to the
high battery usage of Wi-Fi direct, it is recommended that you plug your phone into a power outlet while using
the Wi-Fi Direct feature. Check your Wi-Fi & Wi-Fi Directed network in advance and make sure the users are
connected to the same network.
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