How to use your device as a modem
Before you can use your device as a modem:
- You need the appropriate data communications software on your computer.
- You must subscribe to the appropriate network services from your service provider or Internet service provider.
- You must have the appropriate drivers installed on your computer. You must install drivers for your cable connection, and you may need to install or update Bluetooth or infrared drivers.
Select Menu > Connect. > Modem.
To connect the device to a compatible computer using infrared, press the scroll key. Make sure the infrared ports of the device and computer are directly facing each other with no obstacles between them.
To connect your device to a computer using Bluetooth wireless technology, initiate the connection from the computer. To activate Bluetooth in your device, select Menu > Connect. > Bluetooth and select Bluetooth > On.
If you use a cable to connect your device to a computer, initiate the connection from the computer.
Note: You may not be able to use some of the other communication features when the device is used as a modem.
Also see:
How to set up a Bluetooth connection – Nokia 5500 Sport support
How to use Connection manager – Nokia 5500 Sport support
How to synchronize remotely – Nokia 5500 Sport support
How to use infrared – Nokia 5500 Sport support
How to use a USB data cable – Nokia 5500 Sport support
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