Hi all,
I travel and work in countries where there is bad or no network coverage, so I use a satellite uplink to connect to the Internet most of the time. This works fine from a laptop, but unfortunatelly not from my new Touch Pro 2.
The satellite uplink is a Thane&Thrane Explorer 500 (BGAN). It is a closed box, meaning you cannot install software other than firmware updates. It can connect using TCP/IP cables and Bluetooth. Bluetooth is what I need.
To make it work from a (MS-Vista) laptop, this is what I did:
- boot the Explorer 500;
- boot the laptop;
- from the laptop pair to the uplink;
- devices available: com port;
- connect to the com port;
- on the laptop start a tool called 'BGAN Launchpad' and from this select the BT com port;
- now the laptop is connected to the internet.
note 1: the LaunchPad tool is not needed when the laptop and the uplink are connected by a network cable.
note 2: the uplink manual states that this device should offer not only a BT com port, but also a DUN service. From both the laptop and the smartphone, only the com port is visible.
What I did to connect the WM6.1 smartphone to the uplink:
- boot both devices;
- pair them from the smartphone;
- connect the com port;
All this works fine. But the problem is:
- I cannot run launchpad on the smartphone (no WM app);
- I cannot setup a new dialup network from the phone (BT com port is not listed);
Note: all software on the phone is still original and works fine. Connections using 3G is not a problem. I am just not able to get a network connection over BT to the uplink.
Any help would be greatly appreciated! Thank you.
Jean
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guys,
i don't know if you'll agree with me but i think that the lack of wifi makes the treo miserable; especially that most mobile providers charge stupid money for data packages - and those that don't (i.e. vodafone) block all the ports besides port 80 and make their data plans useless anyway...
that's why i'd love to be able to use bluetooth PAN to connect to either PCs or BT access points to get internet and network connectivity...
is there any way of adding the network cards thing and bluetooth PAN drivers?
or perhaps - does that functionality come along with wm6.1?
Try to figure out the right names.. because my ROM is italian and I'm writing the settings in the english translation...
You can set up the internet access to be done through the BT in this way (WM6.1):
- pair you device with the PC.
- on the device open menu->programs->ActiveSync
- on the device ActiveSync: menu->connect through bluetooth
a new COM port is generated in the PC by the BT stack.
- on the PC ActiveSync 4.5 panel, open File->connection settings
- flag enable the wireless connection of device when connected with desktop"
- flag enable the "allow connection to one of the device: COMxx"
where COMxx is the com generated by the BT stack.
Disconnect the BT and reconnect.
You should have a new connection on the device..
Now go to the device settings->connections->Advanced tab Network Selection
change the internet connection from ISP to local network.
That's it... now you'll be able to navigate with the device through the BT
http://www.pocketpccentral.net/help/palm/750_wifi.htm
Spectec miniSD WiFi card
Hi,
I've some problem to get an internet connexion on my new funny netbook computer.
I've tested a lot of thing, and always the same thing : the connection is etablished with my phone but there isn't the internet.
I've just test :
- Connect with usb cable and select "Internet Sharing".
- Connect with usb cable en select ActiveSync then run the Addons Internet Sharing in USB (same thing that the first test).
- Connect with Bluetooth like a modem phone, and compose *99***1# and 2# and 3#.. doesn't work too.
On my computer i've configure all for this working, firewall has been disabled, and connexion configuration is set up.
I've disabled all no working connexion.
Internet works on my phone very well, and data connection is set up.
I don't understand at all, I've already connected a phone to get Internet and there wasn't problem...
Can someone help me please ?
Model : HTC Touch 3G (T3232 - HTC Jade)
Rom : RuRo V1
Provider : Orange
Thanks !!!
Nobody got this problem too ??!
:/
I've resolved the problem.
I've change my rom RuRo to Jademan SuperROM Iolite and now it works great
Indeed a dream until someone special converts it into a reality.
Can HD2 connect to a USB Internet dongle (the ones that connect to notebooks via USB for accessing internet) and go online? If that can be made possible, HD2 will be able to connect on the go without using WIFI.
that would be AWESOME
yahya.hamid said:
Indeed a dream until someone special converts it into a reality.
Can HD2 connect to a USB Internet dongle (the ones that connect to notebooks via USB for accessing internet) and go online? If that can be made possible, HD2 will be able to connect on the go without using WIFI.
that would be AWESOME
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NOPE .. can't do it ..
if you are talking about wired usb dongle no ... HD2 does not support USB Host mode, so you cannot plug devices into the HD2, the HD2 is the device ...
Hmm..
It is possible to connect HTC to other devices via bluetooth. I am sure the host capabilities are there. The only thing is to instal the software and the right driver and it wud connect. I have an Internet USB dongle that connects to my service provider. It automatically instals software when it is plugged into a windows notebook.
Been wondering if that software can be modified to instal on Wm 6.5 and then with the right chip drivers access internet.
yahya.hamid said:
Hmm..
It is possible to connect HTC to other devices via bluetooth. I am sure the host capabilities are there. The only thing is to instal the software and the right driver and it wud connect. I have an Internet USB dongle that connects to my service provider. It automatically instals software when it is plugged into a windows notebook.
Been wondering if that software can be modified to instal on Wm 6.5 and then with the right chip drivers access internet.
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That is bluetooth host, not usb host, to entirely different communication stacks .....
Besides, why run your battery down that much, to power a usb dongle, buy a wifi access point, usually cheaper than the usb dongle , connect via wifi ...
Why would you want to WIRE your wireless phone??
I would doubt a USB dongle is the only way to connect to your ISP , get a router with an access point ... easier on you easier on your phone ...
yahya.hamid said:
If that can be made possible, HD2 will be able to connect on the go without using WIFI.
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I'm a bit puzzled as to what you would actually be gaining, if this were possible.
The HD2 is a phone, it contains a SIM, and if you have data service enabled, it can already connect on the go, without using WIFI.
I was just thinking the same thing?! lol
Check out this software, WM WIFI ROUTER 2.00 (build 1502) there is a trial for the software, and for complete use, buy license. should be cheap
options are 3G wireless, 3G usb dongle, 3G Bluetooth, outcoming & incoming wireless from laptop using usb to device vice-verser.
aoakes said:
Check out this software, WM WIFI ROUTER 2.00 (build 1502) there is a trial for the software, and for complete use, buy license. should be cheap
options are 3G wireless, 3G usb dongle, 3G Bluetooth, outcoming & incoming wireless from laptop using usb to device vice-verser.
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cqan u post the link please?
aoakes said:
Check out this software, WM WIFI ROUTER 2.00 (build 1502) there is a trial for the software, and for complete use, buy license. should be cheap
options are 3G wireless, 3G usb dongle, 3G Bluetooth, outcoming & incoming wireless from laptop using usb to device vice-verser.
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I think you missed his point, he wants to plug his ISP's usb dongle into his HD2 and then use his ISP's connection on the HD2 ...
The Wifi router app does not do that, it allows you to surf the web on your PC via the HD2 ...
Hi,
so my scenario is the following:
My PC is connected to the router via cable and has no WiFi connection. My router has wifi, but the connection is very bad in my room.
Is there a way to share the connection of my pc (running win 8 pro btw) via bluetooth (it's onboard) or USB?
Thanks!
edit: Just tested it with my HoX and there I have an option "Internet Pass-Through", which works fine via USB. But on my GNote 10.1 (wifi only) the option doesn't exist...
edit2: I guess I found out what the problem is: It's called reverse-tethering and the problem is, that all tethering options are not available in the systemsettings, because tethering is not available, because it's a wifi only model. On my HoX the option for internet pass-through are in the tethering section, though it's reverse tethering. Any ideas how to get there on the wifi only Note?
Use a second ethernet-slot on your pc, buy an usb-lan-device and connect it via otg and crossovercable.
Or use bluetooth, if your pc support that. (Maybe a cheap usb bt device for your pc?) To share internet on one android device to another via bt is no problem. So it should work te same with your pc. Dunno by windows settings or any third party software.
AW: [Q] Sharing Connection from PC
Allright, I have Bluetooth onboard but can't get it to work, I guess the problem is with windows here. The other idea is very good thanks, I'll try that.
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Before buying check for well known usb lan devices. Especially for samsung note, note 2 and up.
How far is the router from your room?
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AW: [Q] Sharing Connection from PC
1 floor ~3 walls
The closer I get to the door the better it gets. At the door the router is basically directly beneath. On my couch which is near the door the reception is okay. But in my bed and near my PC (furthest away from door) the reception is very bad or no reception at all.
Sent from my Galaxy Note 10.1 with the awesome CM 10.1 HumberOS Rom!
edit: So, I finally found a working bluetooth driver for my onboard bluetooth and win 8 (it's a P8Z68 Deluxe/Gen 3 btw). The standard win 8 bt driver seemed to lack some features. Okay, now I am able to have a real pairing connection to the GN10.1. I enabled ICS in windows connection option and then tried to do a "connect to personal network" in windows. It fails with no notification at all on the Note. Then I downloaded Bluetooth PAN app from play store. Funny thing is: If I click connect in windows (in the "connect to personal network" window) and shortly after/before click connect in Bluetooth PAN the connection does not fail in windows (it shows as connected), but the Bluetooth PAN app doesn't show any established connection, very weird. I tried the app "BlueVPN", but also no luck. Oh btw I found the following:
Obtain a network connection via Bluetooth tethering
If you have a computer or other device that can share its network connection via Bluetooth, you can configure your phone to obtain a network connection by Bluetooth tethering (sometimes called reverse tethering).
1. Configure your computer to share it’s network connection via Bluetooth. See your computer’s documentation for details on how to do this. Typically, it involves making your computer discoverable via Bluetooth and allowing incoming PAN connections.
2. Pair and connect your phone to your computer via Bluetooth.
3. Go to Settings > Wireless & networks > More > Tethering & portable hotspot.
4. Check Bluetooth tethering.
Your phone connects to the Internet via Bluetooth and your computer, and a Bluetooth icon appears in the System bar.
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So I had Bluetooth Tethering enabled all the time. It didn't make any difference, except I got a noticifation "Tethering active" when connected, but I didn't get a reverse tethering.
Next thing I did, I tried connecting to my HTC One X's bt hotspot, didn't work either.
My best guess is still that there are too many tethering options missing due to the fact that it's the wifi only version.
What I'll try next is this. I'll let you know if it works.
edit 2: Oh, I also tried reverse tethering with my HoX to the PC, also didn't work.
Didn't worked because of firewall on windows 8?
Try to establish tethering through ur mobile phone via bt to wifi or [insertnumberhere]G internet.
Maybe in both directions (mobile<->10.1) to see if that works... and to decrease potential ...errrm... fehlerquellen.
Any update on sharing the internet connection of the pc to the note 10.1. I am especially interested in doing it via the USB.
It seems you can update the Note 10.1 via the USB, so it must be possible to connect to the internet via it. I think.
I don't own a Note 10.1 yet, but I am really interested in getting one.
it is old but maybe for some people the first gibt. nowadays it is easier in Windows 6 and above. you'll make it.
http://m.geekzone.co.nz/News/Read?newsId=1285
Dear friends,
I have a Witson (MX) PX5 MTCD head-unit.
I have an old dongle from 3: ZTE MF627 (http://www.three.co.uk/Support/Devices/Modems/ZTE/MF627) which works but it connects slowly, and if it looses signal usually it will not re-connect to 3G until you re-plug it. It's not very reliable even on a computer.
So I got this new dongle from 3: ZTE MF370M (http://www.three.co.uk/Discover/Devices/ZTE/MF730M).
It is fast, reliable, connects fast etc... on a computer!
But I didn't know this actually has a different way of working: instead of being like a modem for the head-unit, when you plug it into anything, it dials and connects very fast. Then it creates an USB Ethernet hotplug wired connection for the host device (Windows, Mac, Linux computer etc).
Although generally supported as driver, the problem is that the Android OS in the head-unit doesn't know about this network (nobody wrote a config script or settings for this).
Did anyone manage to make this work?
Thanks!
I tried Malaysk ROM v5.0 because it was saying it has Ethernet settings.
I can see the eth driver recognised in dmesg.
However enabling Other Networks > Ethernet - thinks a bit then it disables it again. I tried both DHCP and Static IP with the usual settings of the dongle - but still no go.