In general, connecting to the Internet via Bluetooth on a laptop is not difficult. This is an alternative solution for cases when it is impossible to organize a wireless connection via Wi-Fi or there are problems with it. The principle of Internet distribution in this case is similar - when the laptop is connected to the network, smartphones, tablets and other devices with a Bluetooth module can connect to it.
The only thing you need to do before distribution is to install Bluetooth drivers if they are missing. In most cases, the manufacturer provides a disk with drivers and other software for operation with the laptop. Although standard operating system firmware may also be suitable (tested on some Dell models with Windows and Ubuntu Linux installed). As a last resort, you can simply visit the manufacturer’s official website and download the necessary drivers.
It should be noted in advance that distribution via Bluetooth is possible both through a computer and a smartphone. Therefore, both methods will be discussed below.
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Setting up a PC to start distribution
Distributing the Internet from a computer via Bluetooth can be set up quite quickly. Although the instructions may seem long, it is enough to complete the setup once to remember its principle.
So, how to distribute the Internet via Bluetooth from a laptop? Here is a list of actions step by step:
- You must first configure your computer. In Windows, you need to open the “Control Panel” and go to the “Network and Internet” category. In it, open “Network Sharing Center...” and go to “Change adapter settings”.
- Here you need to find an active connection through which you access the network. Right-click on it and select “Properties” from the menu that opens.
- In the connection properties, you need to select the “Access” section and activate the item in it that allows other clients to use the connection to the network of this computer.
- The next step is to click on the “Settings” button in this window. You will need to activate the main protocols - FTP, HTTP and HTTPS. All that remains is to click OK and close the active windows.
- You can start creating a distribution, for which you need to click on the Bluetooth icon in the system tray and launch the “Open settings” item.
- In this menu, go to “Options” and check the boxes next to all the offers except “Disable Bluetooth option.” Next, the settings are saved and you can go to the “Sharing” section.
- In this section, you just have to check the boxes next to the lines about allowing searching, sending and transferring files, using the printer and the built-in modem.
Now, to connect Internet distribution on a laptop via Bluetooth, just save the changes by pressing the OK button. Data transfer will be available on any device that connects to the computer via Bluetooth.
Considering the capriciousness of Windows, in which configuration cannot always be done quickly, third-party developers offer their own solutions. For example, you can install the BlueSoleil application, which allows you to achieve a similar result. However, it is shareware and you need to purchase it to be able to distribute it. However, you can also find free products online.
How to control your tablet using your phone
It is quite possible to control your tablet using your phone. For this, a special program needs to be developed - Tablet Remote. This is an uncomplicated, completely free, simple program. It does not provide complete control over the device, like remote access systems such as TeamViver. But to work with it you do not need administrator rights, plugins or registration. The ability to control only a narrow number of adjustments using this program (brightness, volume, playback) is more than compensated by the speed of setup and startup.
To start working with the program, you need to install it on both gadgets. After installation, the program must be launched and the Setup item opened on each device. By doing this you will give permission for the program to work as a remote keyboard.
Then, having entered the “Connection” item in the phone settings, you need to find the radar image and click on it. After this, you will have to wait a bit until the tablet detects the phone. You may need to confirm the connection on your tablet. Next, you need to open the “Remote” section and you can see a picture depicting the control panel. Like any normal remote control, it has pictures of the volume, brightness, rewind, etc. keys.
This setting is done once, because the system remembers it on both devices. In the future, simply launching Tablet Remote will be enough to combine gadgets in the “Connection” section.
As can be seen from the above, the program is good, although it is outdated and has not been updated for a long time. The main advantages of the program: simplicity and freeness, help it remain in demand.
As can be seen from the text of the article, it is quite possible to connect the Internet to a tablet via a phone. And for this it is not at all necessary to be an IT specialist or programmer.
Some of the questions that have arisen and the answers to them can be summarized in a table.
Vyacheslav
For several years he worked in mobile phone stores of two large operators. I understand tariffs well and see all the pitfalls. I love gadgets, especially Android ones.
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Question to the expert
Is it possible to connect the Internet to a tablet using a phone?
Yes, you can - via a Bluetooth connection, a Wi-Fi hotspot and a USB cable.
How to connect the Internet from a phone to a tablet?
Use your phone as a Wi-Fi hotspot or via a USB cable.
How to use your phone to control your tablet?
To do this, you need to use the Tablet Remote program.
Is Tablet Remote paid?
No, it's free.
Is Tablet Remote suitable for all devices?
Yes. The program was created a long time ago and is suitable for both outdated gadgets and new ones.
Is it possible to use cloud storage when connecting the tablet to the Internet using a phone?
Yes, it is possible - using the Tablet Remote program.
To summarize, we can say with confidence that connecting a phone to a tablet is quite possible and there are proven and stable technologies for this using both wired and wireless networks.
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What is a bluetooth modem
The concept of “Bluetooth modem” has two main meanings. The first of them is a USB adapter that provides Bluetooth support to a computer or laptop. Such adapters are usually inexpensive, from several hundred to a couple of thousand rubles. The second value refers to the special mode into which the smartphone is switched in order to distribute the Internet via Bluetooth technology - you can enable it using the corresponding option in the settings.
At this point, it is worth recalling that different versions of the “blue tooth” are backward compatible: for example, if a laptop supports version 4.2 and a smartphone supports version 5.0, the connection will be possible without problems, but the maximum speed and radius will be determined by the lower version. Simply put, the situation is the same as with PCI Express versions in the case of computers.
Different versions of Bluetooth are backwards compatible - you don't have to worry about one of your devices not supporting 5.x.
Features of Internet distribution
Using your gadget as a modem has several distinctive features. For example, during the distribution process the phone does not lose its functionality. The user can use the device as usual:
- write messages,
- call
- launch certain applications,
- take photographs, etc.
One of the significant inconveniences is the high traffic consumption. However, this problem is relevant only for those who do not have unlimited Internet.
Important! With this method of Internet distribution, there is no need to connect a regular Wi-Fi router. You also do not need the services of an Internet provider.
One of the advantages is the ability to simultaneously distribute the Internet to both a computer and another smartphone. The number of devices can be increased if desired. It is also important to have all the functions of the Wi-Fi router.
The information presented in this article allows you to answer the question of how to use Android as a modem. Modem mode on Android OS is a useful feature for many users, providing unhindered access to the global network. However, you should not forget about wasting traffic, so as not to be surprised later why Internet access on Android suddenly disappeared. It is better to use the option with unlimited traffic.
Possible problems
Of course, situations are possible when the distribution disappears or does not start at full capacity. The following points should be checked to resolve the issue:
- Make sure Mobile Data is activated and your smartphone has access to the mobile Internet. To do this, you can launch a browser on your phone and load a page in it.
- You may need to disable your antivirus or firewall and try to connect in this case.
- There may be a limitation on Internet distribution set by your provider. Check your tariff plan and all operator conditions, consult the call center. If the fact of the limit is confirmed, try to bypass the rule (an example of how to bypass this on the MTS “Unlimited” tariff is on our website).
- If the modem mode on Android has disappeared, then you could have run out of mobile traffic. Check your tariff plan and check the number of megabytes remaining.
- Check your internet connection on another computer or smartphone.
In most cases, all problems should be resolved quickly. Network distribution is a fairly simple function, and the most serious problems here can only arise if there are restrictions on the part of the operator. However, they can also be bypassed.
Now you know what modem mode is on Android. I am sure that with the help of this knowledge you will get rid of a lot of problems. After all, the ability to share wireless mobile Internet opens up a huge number of new opportunities and prospects.
When do you need to connect the Internet to your computer via Android?
Problems often arise with cable Internet, ADSL or USB modem.
In addition, in many areas there is a complete lack of regular communications. In these cases, a mobile phone based on Android OS will come to your aid, with which you can distribute traffic to your PC in three ways. This allows you to access various resources. For example, use government services, study or work remotely. In addition, the global web allows you to communicate daily with relatives who live in other cities or countries. Thanks to this, you can also expand your social circle. Internet access also allows you to update drivers, operating system and installed software, so your computer will work better. However, before connecting, you need to make sure that your tariff has enough traffic, since many of them provide packages of a certain volume. Therefore, it is advisable to have unlimited data, since big brother pumps a lot of information per day.
What are the benefits of using a mobile phone as an access point?
This approach is used as a fallback when problems arise with a standard connection. Issues with the router not working, cable damage, or operational problems with the main service provider are resolved using the Internet from another operator.
Important! To successfully create a connection, it is necessary that the equipment has 3G Internet modules and Wi-Fi.
Main purposes of a mobile hotspot
Bluetooth connection
To create a bluetooth access point, both devices must support it. Very often the computer does not have bluetooth support, in which case you can purchase a third-party module or use another method.
First you need to connect both devices to each other. To do this, turn on bluetooth on your phone and computer, add the device and wait until all the necessary drivers are installed.
Next, we perform the same steps as indicated above when connecting via a USB cable. That is, we configure the modem, create a new access point and reboot the computer.
On a note! Using your phone as a Bluetooth modem significantly consumes battery power.
How to connect your phone to your tablet
Let's consider possible ways of such connection.
Bluetooth
The most common way. Transferring data using this method is not difficult, provided that such technology is available on both devices. The procedure is as follows.
- Launch Bluetooth in the settings of your phone and tablet.
- Give the source device a command to search for a connection point that is currently available.
- When the receiving device is detected, you need to find the file being transferred on the first device and, by entering its menu, select the “Send via Bluetooth” action. Then you need to specify the receiving device.
- After a notification appears on the screen of the receiving device that permission to export data is required, you must click “OK” to start the information transfer operation.
It will be important to remind you to turn off Bluetooth so as not to waste your phone’s battery.
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The big disadvantage of a Bluetooth connection is its low information transfer speed. Transferring files with large megabytes of information may take a long time. The best solution in this case would be to use cloud storage technologies. The files placed there (Dropbox, Google Drive, Yandex. Drive) can be accessed from any device with Internet access. Technology using cloud storage allows creating a VPN connection. To do this you need to do this.
- Find and download the BlueVPN program to your tablet.
- Then activate the program, open the list of devices.
- Find your smartphone in the list and click on it.
- Establish a connection.
Another way to wirelessly connect one gadget to another is to connect via Wi-Fi.
WiFi
A Wi-Fi connection is also a way to connect a smartphone to a tablet. To do this you need to do the following:
- Modem mode is activated in the source device;
- starts searching for available Wi-Fi networks on the receiving device;
- then the found network is launched by clicking on its icon.
- You may be required to enter the password specified in the settings of the original gadget.
A good addition is the fact that this method does not require additional programs. Everything you need is provided by the settings.
Third party programs
If you can’t distribute the Internet from your phone, there are a number of third-party applications for Android that allow you to activate this setting. As a rule, this problem is observed on outdated gadgets with operating system version 5.0 and lower. In addition, this applies to purebred Chinese devices - some manufacturers from the Middle Kingdom cut out the possibility of tettering for their own reasons.
To share Wi-Fi on such devices, you will have to install one of the third-party applications from Google Play. The first in the review will be FoxFi, which can alienate the user only by the lack of Russian localization of the interface.
After installation and launch, the application will immediately prompt you to enable Internet distribution on your phone. To do this you need:
- specify the network password so that strangers cannot connect and waste our traffic. Click on the “Password (WPA2)” button;
- In the window that opens, indicate the desired password and click on the OK button;
- and now feel free to check the “WiFi Hotspot” box in the main program window;
- If everything is fine, the program will turn on the Internet distribution on the phone. If unsuccessful, we will receive the following message:
If an error message was received, go to Google Play again and install another program - osmino.
To the credit of the developers, it has been translated into Russian. To enable modem mode, you just need to launch osmino and click the “Distribute” button.
Connecting from a computer
Before connecting, if you are connected from a computer to some modem, router, or you have a 3G/4G flash drive connected, then disconnect everything. Otherwise, problems may arise when setting up your smartphone as a modem.
WiFi
Now all that remains is to connect to this Wi-Fi network. On your computer or laptop, you will need to click on connection in the lower right corner of the tray. After that, select the created network and click “Connect”. Don't forget to enter your password. If you have any connection problems, try removing the key.
Also make sure that you have a frequency of 2.4 GHz - since it is most often used in all known wireless adapters. You can try updating the drivers for the Wi-Fi module on your computer if the problem persists.
NOTE! If there is no Internet connection when you connect, then go to the last chapter.
Via USB cable
After this, in the connection tray you will see that the connection is slowly beginning to be established. Wait until the circle disappears completely. After this, the phone will work as a USB modem.
ATTENTION! If, after connecting, you see that a yellow triangle has appeared on top, then go to the last chapter of this article.
Bluetooth
Press the “Win+i” buttons on the keyboard. Next, go to the “Bluetooth” section, turn on the module and click on our smartphone to connect.
Now find the “Blue Tooth” icon in the tray and right-click on it. Go to the section for connecting to a personal network (PAN).
Right-click on your phone, then select: “Connect via” - “Access Point”.
Other ways to distribute Internet from an Android smartphone
Create a Wi-Fi hotspot
If both devices support Wi-Fi connection, it is preferable to use it rather than Bluetooth: the maximum speed of the Internet connection will be much higher. Swipe down on the smartphone screen, tap on the “Access Point” icon and hold your finger on it for a few seconds. If it's not there, try swiping left, adding the icon to your quick access panel using the pencil icon, or using search.
Next, click “Setting up an access point”, select its name and set a password. It is better to install WPA2 protection, the frequency range depends on the second device: if it supports 5 GHz, then 5 GHz, if not, then 2.4. Turn on the access point and connect from the second device: you can already use the Internet.
Wired connection
A wired USB connection is probably the best option for sharing the Internet when high speed and low ping are required. If you distribute 4G Internet in this way from an area with good coverage, then, as a rule, you will be able to play online games even without any stutters.
It is not difficult to distribute the Internet from an Android smartphone to a computer or laptop via USB - just connect the devices with a cable and enable the “USB modem” function in the smartphone settings. Most often, this option is located in the “Wireless Networks” section and the “Modem Mode” subsection, but if it is not there, a search will help. After this, the Internet is successfully distributed.
What is an access point on an Android phone and why is it needed?
A mobile hotspot is an opportunity to share your Internet traffic with others from anywhere. This may be convenient if, for example, you have Internet on your smartphone, but need to connect to the Internet from a laptop, or if you decide to share megabytes with a friend who urgently needs to download something/send a message, etc.
How it works
The essence of the operation of a mobile access point (hereinafter referred to as AP) is that a device connected to the Network through an operator, for example, using the 4G LTE standard, becomes an Access Point and distributes the Internet. Connecting a receiving device to the Network can be done in different ways.
As for Android operating systems, the developers have made the connection procedure as clear and simple as possible for the user.
If the access point is enabled, is it consuming traffic?
First of all, this, of course, depends on whether the connected devices and the distribution device itself consume traffic. If you connect to your phone from a laptop and go to any website, watch streaming videos, communicate in messenger, then, of course, megabytes of the Internet are taken away at your tariff.
The more “weighty” content you download to receiving devices, the more traffic is consumed.
Wi-Fi hotspot
Point parameters (AP) over Wi-Fi involves distributing mobile Internet from one smartphone to another using a Wi-Fi wireless network. In this case, the distribution device acts as a router.
To enable distribution, you will need:
- Open phone settings.
- Go to the “Data Transfer” section.
- Activate mobile internet if this has not been done previously.
- Go back a step.
- Open the “Network” tab, and then “Modem and access point”.
- Activate Wi-Fi connection.
Other settings that may be needed when connecting will also be presented here. For example, the name of the distributing smartphone on the network and the password for pairing. You can always change the default settings.
Once the setup is complete, you can safely proceed to the connection process. Everything is simple here, because a person deprived of mobile Internet will only need to activate Wi-Fi, select your phone from the list of connections presented, and connect using the previously created password.
