Samsung Note 7 User Guide

131Wi-Fi
Settings
 -MAC address : View your device’s 
MAC address, which is required when 
connecting to some secured networks 
(not configurable).
 -IP address : View your device’s IP address 
(not configurable).
• Help : Learn about setting up and using Wi-Fi 
networks, and other settings.
Wi‑Fi Direct
Wi-Fi Direct allows direct device-to-device connections 
using Wi-Fi,  without having to connect to a Wi-Fi 
network.
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rom a Home screen, tap 
 Apps >  Settings .
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ap  Wi
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i , and then...

132Bluetooth
Settings
Bluetooth
Bluetooth is a short-range communications technology that connects your 
device wirelessly to a number of Bluetooth devices, such as headsets and 
hands-free car Bluetooth systems, and Bluetooth-enabled computers, 
printers, and wireless devices.
Note : The Bluetooth communication range is 
approximately 30 feet.
Turn Bluetooth On or Off
Use the settings menu to turn your device’s Bluetooth 
on or off.
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rom a Home screen, tap 
 Apps >  Settings .
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ap...

133Bluetooth
Settings
Scan for Bluetooth Devices
When you want to pair with another Bluetooth device, 
you can scan for nearby devices that are visible.
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rom a Home screen, tap 
 Apps >  Settings .
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ap  Bluetooth , and then tap  On/Off to turn on 
Bluetooth. 
• When Bluetooth is first turned on, it scans for 
nearby Bluetooth devices and displays them.
• To manually perform a new scan, tap  Scan.
Pair Bluetooth Devices
The Bluetooth pairing process allows you to establish 
trusted...

134Bluetooth
Settings
Rename a Paired Device
Once you have paired your device to another device, 
you can rename the paired device to make it easier to 
recognize.
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rom a Home screen, tap 
 Apps >  Settings .
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ap  Bluetooth , and then tap  On/Off to turn on 
Bluetooth.
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ap 
 Phone settings  next to the previously 
paired device, and then tap  Rename.
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er a new name, and tap  Rename.
Delete a Paired Device (Unpair)
When you unpair from a Bluetooth device, the two 
devices no...

135Mobile Hotspot and Tethering 
Settings
Mobile Hotspot and Tethering 
Use Mobile hotspot and tethering to share your device’s Internet connection 
with other devices.
Enable Mobile Hotspot
Activate Mobile hotspot to allow other devices to use 
your device’s Internet connection.
Note : You must have a tethering plan on your service 
account in order to use Mobile hotspot.
Warning : Mobile hotspot consumes battery power and 
uses data service.
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rom a Home screen, tap 
 Apps >  Settings .
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ap...

136Mobile Hotspot and Tethering 
Settings 5.
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can for Wi-Fi hotspots and select the target device 
from the list.
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er your device’s Mobile hotspot password on the 
target device.
Change the Mobile Hotspot 
Password
You can change your Mobile hotspot password.
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rom a Home screen, tap 
 Apps >  Settings .
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ap  Mobile hotspot and tethering  > 
Mobile hotspot .
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ap  On/Off  to turn on Mobile hotspot.
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ap the password and enter a new password.
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ap  Save .
Allowed...

137Mobile Hotspot and Tethering 
Settings
Configure Mobile Hotspot Settings
Manage your Mobile hotspot security and connecting 
settings.
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rom a Home screen, tap 
 Apps >  Settings .
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ap  Mobile hotspot and tethering  > 
Mobile hotspot .
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ap 
 More options > Configure mobile hotspot  fo r 
the following settings:
• Network name : View and change the name of 
your Mobile hotspot.
• Hide my phone : Enable to make your Mobile 
hotspot invisible to other Wi-Fi devices during 
a scan. When...

138Mobile Hotspot and Tethering 
Settings
Tethering Your Device
You can use Bluetooth or USB tethering to share your 
device’s Internet connection with a computer.
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rom a Home screen, tap 
 Apps >  Settings .
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ap  Mobile hotspot and tethering , and choose a 
tethering option:
• Bluetooth tethering : Use Bluetooth to pair your 
device with the computer.
• USB tethering : Connect the computer to the 
device using the USB cable, and then tap 
USB tethering to turn on tethering. 

139Data Usage 
Settings
Data Usage 
Monitor how your data is being used, and set limits and restrictions to 
conserve it.
Note : Your service provider may account for data usage 
differently.
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rom a Home screen, tap 
 Apps >  Settings .
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ap  Data usage for options:
• Data usage cycle : Tap the drop-down menu, and 
then choose a time period for data usage. Data 
usage for the period is displayed on the graph, 
along with usage by application at the bottom of 
the screen.
• Mobile data :...

140Data Usage 
Settings
• Restrict networks : Select Wi-Fi networks that 
are mobile hotspots. You can restrict apps from 
using these networks, and you can configure 
apps to warn you before using these networks 
for large downloads.
• Show units : Change the unit format.
• Help: View help topics for data usage.