Getting connected
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Internet Sharing
Using Internet Sharing, you can set your device to be used
as an external modem for another device or computer
when connected via the USB port or Bluetooth.
Note
: If you have an active GPRS connection, for example a
WAP connection, you must first terminate the
connection before attempting Internet access via
Internet Sharing.
1. For a USB connection, plug the PC data cable into the
device and the USB port on your computer.
2. On the Home screen, press the
Start
soft key.
3. Select
Applications
→
Accessories
→
Internet
Sharing
.
4. Select the PC connection and network connection types.
5. Press the
Connect
soft key to activate Internet Sharing.
6. For a Bluetooth PAN connection, search for a compatible
computer and connect the device to the computer.
Notes
:
• When Internet Sharing is activated, you cannot use
ActiveSync.
• When Windows Service Pack 2 is used, Internet access using
Internet Sharing is more stable.
• To use a Bluetooth PAN connection, the device or computer
connected to your device should support the PAN profile.
• If you use a WAP connection for Internet Sharing, configure
your desktop browser to use the proxy settings provided by
your service provider.