Apple iPad Air 2

Apple iPad Air 2

iOS 8.1

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I can't use tethering on my Apple iPad Air 2 iOS 8.1

Cause 3 of 3: Tethering isn't used correctly

To use tethering, your tablet and your computer need to be connected and set up correctly.

Solution: See how to use tethering.

Step 1 of 6

Connect tablet and computer

Connect the data cable to the socket and to your computer's USB port.

Step 2 of 6

Find "Personal Hotspot"

Press Settings.

Step 3 of 6

Find "Personal Hotspot"

Press Personal Hotspot.

Step 4 of 6

Turn on tethering

Press the indicator next to "Personal Hotspot" to turn on the function.

Step 5 of 6

Turn on tethering

Press WiFi and USB Only. An internet connection from your computer via your tablet is automatically established.

Step 6 of 6

Return to the home screen

Press the Home key to return to the home screen.

1 Connect tablet and computer

Connect the data cable to the socket and to your computer's USB port.

2 Find "Personal Hotspot"

Press Settings.

Press Personal Hotspot.

3 Turn on tethering

Press the indicator next to "Personal Hotspot" to turn on the function.

Press WiFi and USB Only. An internet connection from your computer via your tablet is automatically established.

4 Return to the home screen

Press the Home key to return to the home screen.

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