How To Use WiFi Hotspot – HTC One M8

Learn how to useWiFi Hotspot on your HTC One M8. Share your data connection with other devices by turning HTC One into a Wi-Fi hotspot.

Note

Make sure the data connection is turned on.
You must have an approved data plan associated with your account from your mobile service provider to use this service. Devices connected to your Wi-Fi hotspot use data from your subscribed data plan.

• Go to Settings, and then under Wireless & networks, tap More.
• Tap Mobile network sharing.
• Tap the Portable Wi-Fi hotspot On/Off switch to turn it on. The first time you turn on the Wi-Fi hotspot, you’ll need to set it up.
• Enter a hotspot name or use the default.
• Enter a password or use the default.The password is the key other people need to enter on their device so they can connect and use HTC One as a wireless router.
• To help make your Wi-Fi hotspot more secure, tap Advanced settings.Choose settings such as SSID and the security type, and then press Back Key.
• Tap Next and then tap Done.

HTC One is ready to be used as a Wi-Fi hotspot when you seeWi-Fi icon on the status bar.

Note

To help minimize security risks, use the default security settings and set a strong and unique password.