Acer Z530S User Manual - Page 50

50 - Advanced settings Wi-Fi hotspot You can turn your smartphone into a portable Wi-Fi hotspot to share your mobile internet connection with up to 8 clients. 1. In the Application menu tap Settings > More > Tethering & portable hotspot. Turn Wi-Fi hotspot ON.Tap Wi-Fi hotspot > Set up Wi-Fi hotspot. 2. Set the Network SSID and adjust security between None and WPA2 PSK. Tap Save to finish. Note When your smartphone is serving as a Wi-Fi hotspot, you can't use your smartphone's apps to access the internet via its Wi-Fi connection. Mobile network settings In the Application menu tap Settings > More > Mobile networks to adjust your network settings. Selecting a network Your smartphone will automatically detect your carrier/network settings when you insert a new SIM card. However, you may prefer to manually select a network. This may be a good idea when roaming. Note When you are traveling, manually selecting a network may help to reduce your roaming charges. Check with your home service provider for the network offering the most competitive rates at your destination. 1. Open the Application menu and tap Settings > More > Mobile networks to view your network settings. 2. Your smartphone display the network settings for the installed SIM. 3. Tap Preferred network type and select your preferred network from the list generated. Your smartphone will attempt to register on the selected network. -OR-