Verizon Galaxy Nexus Cell Phone User Manual


 
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Obtain a network connection via Bluetooth tethering
If you have a computer or other device that can share its network connection via Bluetooth, you can
configure your phone to obtain a network connection by Bluetooth tethering (sometimes called reverse
tethering).
1 Configure your computer to share it's network connection via Bluetooth. See your computer's
documentation for details on how to do this. Typically, it involves making your computer
discoverable via Bluetooth and allowing incoming PAN connections.
2 Pair and connect your phone to your computer via Bluetooth.
3 Go to Settings > WIreless & networks > More > Tethering & portable hotspot.
4 Check Bluetooth tethering.
Your phone connects to the Internet via Bluetooth and your computer, and a Bluetooth icon appears in
the System bar.
Related settings
Settings > Wireless & networks > Bluetooth
Settings > Wireless & networks > More > Tethering & portable hotspot