How To Use Data Usage On Samsung Galaxy Note 2

You can monitor and manage your Samsung Galaxy Note 2 data usage capabilities. Features include activation/deactivation or network data usage, set mobile data usage for a set period of time, and view application data usage.

From the Home screen, press Menu key and then tap Settings > Data usage.

To activate/deactivate Mobile data usage:

• From the Home screen, press Menu key and then tap Settings > Data usage.
• Tap the Mobile data field to activate the feature. A green checkmark indicates the feature is active.
• Tap the Mobile data field again to deactivate the feature.

To set a mobile data limit:

• From the Home screen, press Menu key and then tap Settings > Data usage.
• Place a check mark in the Set mobile data limit field.
• Read the on-screen disclaimer info and tap OK.
• Touch and drag the far right ends of the Red or Orange horizontal lines to manually adjust both the Warning and Maximum data limits.
• Touch and drag the bottom grey vertical lines to adjust the time frames.
• Tap the Data usage cycle button and select either the current cycle or define your own by selecting Change cycle.
• Tap Upgrade data service to explore upgrade options available for your rate plan.
• Press Menu key and then select from the available on-screen options:
  • Data roaming allows you to connect to your service providers partner networks and access data services when you are out of your service providers area of coverage.
  • Restrict background data prevents background data usage. This can help prevent over usage of your data minutes.
  • Auto sync data allows the device to automatically sync information and updates with your various services.
  • Show Wi-Fi usage activates an additional Wi-Fi tab that shows you your Wi-Fi data usage.
  • Mobile hotspots allows you to select available Wi-Fi networks that can service as mobile hotspots. Place a checkmark on those entries you wish to use.