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    Tethering on Cingular

    Discussion in 'Networking and Wireless' started by jsailorca2002, Nov 7, 2007.

  1. jsailorca2002

    jsailorca2002 Notebook Consultant

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    Hi,

    I have just got the Cingular 3G for my cell phone (I use LG CU500 but have
    a spare Samsung A707 Sync). How do I tether on a laptop with XP?
    Do I need some sort of software installed? I have a bluetooth 2.0 EDR dongle but I don't know how to tether.

    Thanks.
     
    jsailorca2002, Nov 7, 2007
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  2. kegobeer

    kegobeer 1 hr late but moving fast

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    Yes, you need software to tether your phone to your PC. I suggest reading the manual for your phone(s), and then purchasing the necessary software and cables.
     
    kegobeer, Nov 9, 2007
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  3. zfactor

    zfactor Mastershake

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    you usually can tether without any thing extra. you simply need the drivers for your phone. you need to setup a bluetooth connection and set it to a dun connection. then put in the number supplied by cingular to dial out on. its really pretty simple
     
    zfactor, Nov 9, 2007
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  4. mudpuppy193

    mudpuppy193 Notebook Guru

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    If you need more help check out www.evdoforums.com You should be able to find out any kind of info your looking for.
     
    mudpuppy193, Nov 10, 2007
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  5. philfna

    philfna Notebook Evangelist NBR Reviewer

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    You always need to have a data plan if you plan on tethering to your phone. (usually 40 to 50 bucks more a month).
     
    philfna, Nov 11, 2007
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