Internet on Android. The question of how to make a phone a WiFi access point arises more and more often as phones and tablets running Android OS (Android) become more widespread. This is a step-by-step instruction with illustrations.
These instructions are for Android 4. If you have Android 5 or 6, then read another article - How to distribute the Internet from Android 6. In the fifth and sixth versions of Android, the interface was slightly changed. Although in general the principle is the same.
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What you need for a WiFi hotspot on Android
In order to distribute WiFi from Android, you need a device running Android OS. And this device must have two network interfaces - a cellular GSM/3G module and a WiFi module. This could be a phone (smartphone) or tablet. But not any phone (smartphone) or tablet will do.
There are phones without a WiFi module. There are tablets without a GSM/3G module. If the tablet does not have a built-in GSM/3G module, it is nevertheless possible to create an access point on it, if this tablet supports USB-host (OTG) mode and can connect to the Internet via an external USB modem.
How to create a WiFi hotspot on Android
You can set up an access point on Android in one minute. Need to open" Settings", then select the " tab Wireless Networks - More". On the tab that opens, click on " Modem mode":
In the next window, click on " Access point":
In the next window, click on " Setting up an access point":
In the window that opens, you need to enter the name of the access point (the name under which it will be visible), select protection, enter a password and press the button " Save":
Note: Of course, set the password more complex than 12345678. And do not forget that the minimum password length for WPA2 is 8 characters.
After that, go back to the second window (second screenshot of this article) and make sure the switch for "WiFi Hotspot" is in the "On" position. If it's off then turn it on.
Note: If a Windows XP SP2 computer will connect to this access point, then the “WPA” security protocol must be installed. Because Windows XP SP2 cannot work with the "WPA2" protocol!
Note: In the future, you will not need to reconfigure the access point; you will only need to turn it on:
Once configured and enabled, the Android hotspot will be visible from other devices. You can select it and connect to it:
You can use the Internet!
On your tablet or phone you can see devices connected to the access point:
You can even set speed limits for devices connected to the access point:
Phone or tablet as a WiFi hotspot
Using your phone or tablet as a WiFi hotspot is very convenient. It turns out to be a mobile access point in the truest sense of the word. Moreover, it is more practical than WiFi routers sold by cellular operators. You can only use such a router as an access point. And you can also make calls on the phone, you can browse websites from your tablet, write emails, and so on.
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It is more convenient to view browser pages and edit documents from a laptop than from a smartphone or tablet. Use your Android gadget as a wireless modem to set up and distribute Wi-Fi using an access point.
What is a Wi-Fi hotspot
Wi-Fi access point is a station that provides access to a wireless network for several devices. A gadget with the Android operating system can act as an access point. Device requirements:
If your smartphone or tablet does not support GSM/3G, but works with OTG technology, that is, it detects connected flash drives, you can connect a USB modem to it and use it as a wireless access point.
The modem interacts with the tablet via a cable using OTG technology
When turning on an access point, remember: by distributing Wi-fi, you are using up mobile traffic. If the tariff is not unlimited, monitor your balance after surfing the Internet. Also, an active access point increases battery consumption.
How to distribute the Internet from a phone, smartphone or tablet
There are two ways to distribute Wi-fi from a smartphone or tablet - using standard Android tools or using a third-party application. Please note - you can only distribute mobile traffic from the connectionGSM/3G. It is not possible to configure the access point usingWi-fi network connection.
Setting up an Android device as a router
The Android system, starting from version 2.3.x, allows you to broadcast Wi-fi to other devices. To set up an access point, make sure that mobile Internet is turned on and go to the gadget menu. Example of setting up LG G3, Android 5.0 version:
You can enable mobile Internet (data transfer) by using the menu item “Settings - Wireless networks - Mobile data”.
On Android earlier versions, to set up an access point:
Once the connection is activated, you will see the corresponding icon in the notification bar at the top of the screen.
It is enough to set up an access point once; for subsequent connections, it will be enough to activate the function in the network settings or by pulling out the notification shade at the top of the screen and clicking on the “Access Point” button.
Photo gallery: setting up an access point in the Android menu
Step 1. Open Settings Step 2: Select “Tethering & Networks” Step 3. Select “Access Point...” menu Step 4. Create a Wi-fi hotspot Step 5. Configure hotspot settings Step 6. Enable hotspot When reconnecting no need to configure an access point
Using Applications
Use apps to distribute Wi-Fi access if your smartphone or tablet does not support standard settings. Well-known programs: Osmino, mHotspot, MyPublicWiFi.
Setting up a Wi-Fi connection using the Osmino program as an example:
The smartphone or tablet will switch to modem mode. To disable the access point, go to the application and click “Stop distribution”.
Photo gallery: how to enable Wi-Fi distribution in the Osmino application
Step 1. Download the application Step 2. Specify network parameters and enable distribution Appears when you turn on the program for the first time
Why does the Internet not turn on and work through the access point?
After connecting the mobile Internet and activating the hotspot, the user may encounter difficulties. There are three reasons why a Wi-fi access point may not work correctly.
An antivirus that protects your smartphone in real time can block network connections. Go to the application, disable the firewall and activate the access point. If there is no connection, uninstall your antivirus program and try again.
Installed applications make changes to the operation of the operating system. Check your smartphone with antivirus and block malicious files. Using Application Manager, find out which program has rights to control network connections and remove it. Then turn on the access point.
If the previous methods do not work, reset your gadget to factory settings. For this:
By performing a factory reset, you will lose all data saved in the device memory. Create a backup copy first.
Your mobile operator can block the distribution of traffic via Wi-Fi. If you set up an access point on Android according to the instructions and eliminated the errors described above, contact the contact center with a request to check the network settings and the presence of blocking.
e. The phone does not distribute the Internet, what should I do and how to treat it?
Many users encounter a problem when phone or The Android tablet starts acting up. It seems that nothing happened that could cause a malfunction, but it does not work as it should.
For example, the device has problems with because the Internet distribution does not turn on or does not work correctly by turning on the wi-fi access point. The reason for this may be:
1st: Software glitch- i.e. the problem is a software glitch
2nd: Hardware failure- i.e. the problem is in the hardware (i.e., replacement or restoration of spare parts for the gadget is required)
However, do not rush to get upset - in 90% of cases there are problems wi-fi access point operation smartphone a or Android tablet is to blame software glitch which you can easily fix on your own.
Fixing a software glitch:
Method 1. Quite simple - go to "settings", find there "backup and reset", in which you choose full reset settings with deletion of all data. Be careful, using this method is often effective, but it entails deleting all photos, contacts, passwords, music, games, videos and, in general, all information stored on your smartphone e or tablet e. Therefore, first save everything you need by connecting the gadget to your computer. If this method does not suit you, or if even after this the problem is not resolved, see Method 2.
Method 2.
Based on solving problems with communication and network reception phone number and tablets based on Android by introducing additional software. Utilities that control all processes inside gadgets. Today, there are quite a lot of them, however, the fewer functions an application contains, the more effective it is, as a rule. The best way to monitor system functions, corrects, and correct all possible settings and synchronization errors is a small, easy-to-use, free utility for Android-based devices. You can download the application from Google Play and see its additional options in the description Google Play and you can see additional options in the description. After installing the application, all that remains is to launch it. Further, in principle, nothing more is required from you. The application will take full control of the device's functions. (By the way, among other things, the gadget will begin to charge 20% faster, and its performance will also increase significantly, which will affect the loading speed and operation of all applications, games, and the system as a whole. On average, after scanning, the system runs at 50% faster.)
- Also, to achieve maximum data exchange speed over the Internet, it is recommended to install a high-speed browser on your Android device
The Wi-Fi access point on your smartphone or tablet does not turn on. The phone does not distribute the Internet, what should I do and how to treat it?
An access point is a device that provides wireless Internet access to other devices that are nearby. An access point can be a variety of devices. For example: routers, modems, laptops and even smartphones. In this article we will briefly talk about how to set up an access point on an Android smartphone.
How to set up a hotspot on a Samsung Android smartphone
First, let's look at the access point settings using the example of a Samsung smartphone. The first thing you need to do is open the Android settings and go to the “Other networks” section, which is located in the “Connections” tab.
After this, you will see settings related to the modem and access point. Here you need to activate the “Portable access point” function
After this, the access point is already working and can be used with a standard password and network name. But, if necessary, you can customize it. To do this, open the “Portable Hotspot” section that you just activated.
In the Portable Hotspot section, you will see a Setup button.
After clicking on the “Settings” button, the basic settings of the access point will open in front of you. Here you can change the name of the access point (network SSID), the method of encrypting traffic, and also enable the hidden access point mode.
After making the necessary changes, click on the “Save” button.
In addition, on Samsung smartphones it is possible to configure a list of allowed devices. In this case, only the devices you select will be able to access your access point. To take advantage of this opportunity, you need to return to the “Portable Access Point” section and click on the name of your access point at the very top of the screen.
After this, a pop-up window will appear in which you can choose one of two options: “allow all devices” and “only allowed devices”. We choose the second option.
After this, a list of allowed devices will open. Here you need to click the button with the plus sign.
After adding this data, the device will be able to connect to your mobile hotspot.
How to set up an access point on an Android smartphone with a standard interface
If you have an Android smartphone with a standard interface, without any shells from the manufacturer, then setting up an access point will be even easier. All you need to do, in this case, is open the Android settings and go to the “More” section.
And activate the “Wi-Fi access point” function (check the box next to this function).
That's it, after this the access point will work. If necessary, you can customize it. To do this, open the “Setting up a Wi-Fi access point” section.
After this, a pop-up menu will appear in which you can configure the access point on your Android smartphone.
Here you can enter the access point name (network name), password, and also select the traffic encryption method. After making the access point settings, you need to save them by clicking on the corresponding button.
The “Access Point” function, present on smartphones and tablets with the Android operating system, allows you to distribute Wi-Fi to several mobile devices and PCs (personal computers). The importance of this option can be appreciated if, for example, when leaving the city you urgently need to access the network from a laptop, but only have a mobile phone at hand. How to properly configure this Android function?
Which Android smartphones and tablets have modem mode and can distribute Wi-Fi to a computer and other gadgets
To be able to distribute the Internet via Wi-Fi, you need a smartphone or tablet with Android (version 2.1 and higher) and an installed SIM card on which 3G / 4G mobile Internet is connected. The design of the device shouldprovide a Wi-Fi module supporting one of the protocols: 802.11b or 802.11g.
Similar protocols are installed in almost all gadgets manufactured after 2009, but to obtain accurate information you should still refer to the technical specification of the device.
If there is support for mobile Internet from the provider, but the phone does not connect to the network, you need to perform its initial setup. It involves entering an APN address through which the built-in modem will gain access to the World Wide Web. Typically, the device requests this address when it first starts. If problems arise with the setup, it is recommended to make a request to the operator and clarify the reasons.
Owners of CDMA smartphones can also use the Wi-Fi distribution function. In such phones, instead of a SIM, there is firmware with saved provider settings.
How to set up a Wifi hotspot on an Android phone and tablet and turn it on
Set up a mobile hotspot like this:
- Open the “Settings” menu of your smartphone or tablet, then click on “More” in the “Wireless Networks” tab.
- Select "Modem Mode" from the list of functions.
- Set up your future Wi-Fi network: set a password and encryption method for it to protect the device from unauthorized access by third parties. These parameters are set in the “Setting up a Wi-Fi access point” subsection. Users of Android devices have the opportunity to select the Internet distribution mode. There are several options: via Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB connection.
- Change the network name (if you wish).
- In the “Security” field, set the “WPA2-PSK” parameter. This method more reliably protects against hacking by guessing keys than others. First make sure that the device that will receive Wi-Fi supports the same encryption method. When distributing the Internet to an old device (manufactured before 2005), set the “WPA-PSK” parameter. In the “Password” field, enter the verification code to connect.
- After specifying all the parameters, tap on “Save”. Next, move the “Wi-Fi access point” slider to the active position and wait until the modem mode on the phone turns on. It should be taken into account that this will disconnect the current Wi-Fi connection and begin to consume mobile traffic.
- To check the operation of the modem, turn on the Wi-Fi search on another device, find the distribution and connect by entering the previously created password.
On some outdated smartphones running Android 2.x, instead of the “Wi-Fi access point” item, there may be another option - “Mobile Wi-Fi router” or “Wi-Fi hotspot”. This is the same thing, the setting principle is similar.
Wi-Fi distribution from a mobile router refuses to turn on: possible errors and ways to fix them
If the network setup is done correctly, but there is still no access to the Internet, you need to check whether data transmission is disabled. The “Mobile networks” slider in the “Wireless networks” section is responsible for this function.
If the connection to the network was successful, but the quality of the Internet leaves much to be desired, then most likely the smartphone is operating in 2G mode. To switch to 3G-4G, go to “Settings” - “Mobile networks” and manually select the required mode.
GSM is 2G (low access speed), WCDMA is 3G (speed up to 56 Mbit/s), LTE is 4G. The CDMA standard refers to 3G - the maximum access speed is 14.4 Mbit/s.
The user may encounter that the “Set up Wi-Fi access point” menu item is dimmed (inactive). To access this item, you need to set the “Wi-Fi access point” slider to “On” mode.
How to create a hotspot on Android and use it to distribute Wi-Fi: video
Distributing Wi-Fi from Android is extremely simple. Using this function, you can access the Internet anywhere where there is a mobile operator coverage area. Please note: using such a router quickly drains the battery. On average, a full charge lasts for 3–6 hours of active use.
