How To Use Sony Xperia M2 as Modem to Connect to Internet From PC

Sony Xperia M2 and Xperia M2 Dual are the two higher mid range Android smartphones. Both are identical interms of specification except the number sim they support.  The Sony Xperia M2 is powered by 1.2 GHz Qualcomm MSM8226 Quad Core Processor with 1GB of RAM. It has 4.8 inch qHD display and 8MP primary camera. It supports most of the connecting features. In this Xperia Tips post, we will learn how to use Sony Xperia M2 as Modem to connect to Internet from PC.
Sony Xperia M2 USB tethering

How to use Sony Xperia M2 as Modem

There are three ways, you can share the internet data from your Xperia M2 to other devices. 1. WiFi hotspot 2.USB tethering 3. Bluetooth Tethering. In this post we will learn USB tethering and WiFi hotspot.

How to use Sony Xperia M2 as WiFi Hotspot


  • Go to Settings from the app tray.
  • Then go to  More… > Tethering & portable hotspot.

It is good configure WiFi hotspot settings before you enable Xperia M2 WiFi Hotspot.

  • Tap Portable Wi-Fi hotspot settings > Configure Wi-Fi hotspot.
  • Enter the Network SSID information.
  • To select a security type, tap the Security field. If required, enter a password.
  • Tap Save.
  • Tap back button and select Portable Wi-Fi hotspot checkbox.
  • When prompted, tap OK to confirm.  WiFi icon appears in the status bar once the portable ‎Wi-Fi hotspot is active.
  • To stop sharing your data connection via ‎Wi-Fi®‎ , unmark the Portable Wi-Fi hotspot checkbox.

How to customise Xperia M2 WiFi hotspot Settings


  • Tap Settings > More… > Tethering & portable hotspot.
  • Tap Portable Wi-Fi hotspot settings > Configure Wi-Fi hotspot.
  • Enter the Network SSID for the network.
  • To select a security type, tap the Security field.
  • Enter a password you like.
  • Tap Save.
You are done. Now you can use Sony Xperia M2 as WiFi hotspot to connect other WiFi enabled device to internet.

How to Enable Sony Xperia M2 USB tethering


  • Using the USB cable connect Xperia M2  to a computer.
  • Tap Settings > More… > Tethering & portable hotspot.
  • Select  USB tethering checkbox, then tap OK when prompted. USB tethering icon is displayed in the status bar once you are connected.
  • To stop sharing your data connection, unmark the USB tethering checkbox or disconnect the USB cable.

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