Sony Xperia Z5

Sony Xperia Z5

Android 5.1.1

I can't use tethering on my Sony Xperia Z5 Android 5.1.1

Cause 2 of 2: Tethering isn't used correctly

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

Solution: See how to use tethering.

Step 1 of 7

Connect phone and computer

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

Step 2 of 7

Find "Tethering & portable hotspot"

Slide your finger downwards starting from the top of the screen.

Step 3 of 7

Find "Tethering & portable hotspot"

Press the settings icon.

Step 4 of 7

Find "Tethering & portable hotspot"

Press More.

Step 5 of 7

Find "Tethering & portable hotspot"

Press Tethering & portable hotspot.

Step 6 of 7

Turn on tethering

Press the indicator next to "USB tethering" to turn on the function. An internet connection from your computer via your phone is automatically established.

Step 7 of 7

Return to the home screen

Press the Home key to return to the home screen.

1 Connect phone and computer

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

2 Find "Tethering & portable hotspot"

Slide your finger downwards starting from the top of the screen.

Press the settings icon.

Press More.

Press Tethering & portable hotspot.

3 Turn on tethering

Press the indicator next to "USB tethering" to turn on the function. An internet connection from your computer via your phone is automatically established.

4 Return to the home screen

Press the Home key to return to the home screen.

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