How to Use a Samsung Omnia as a Modem for Internet on a PC
The Samsung Omnia SGH-i900 has a built-in application for using the phone as a modem. You can connect a computer to the Internet using a USB or Bluetooth connection. Using a USB connection allows you to charge the Omnia's batteries while connecting to the Internet, while using a Bluetooth connection makes the batteries run down faster. However, you can plug the phone into a wall socket while using a Bluetooth connection.
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Instructions
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Disconnect the phone from the GPRS connection by touching "Start," tapping "Settings" and opening the "Connections" tab. Select "Wireless Manager," "Menu" and then "Disconnect Cellular Data."
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Plug the USB data cable into the Omnia's charging port. Plug the other end into a USB port on the PC.
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Tap "Start" on the Omnia's main screen.
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Touch "Programs," and tap "Internet Sharing."
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Set the connection type to "USB," and tap "Connect."
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Tips & Warnings
If your Omnia is paired to your computer using Bluetooth, you can use the phone as a Bluetooth modem. Select "Bluetooth PAN" in Step 4 instead of USB.
Some carriers require additional software or an extra data feature on your account in order to use the Omnia as a modem. If you do not see an option for Connection Sharing, contact your carrier.
