Using N95 as a modem

[Shikar03]

Could anyone post step by step directions on using N95 as modem for labtop? I can only use connection via USB as well. I have tried to do this but it always says connection failed. Also, my service provider is Cingular/AT&T in the USA but "Cingular" is not listed on the connection software, so I chose AT&T.

[Vendian]

Well since Cingular is now AT&T that wouldn't be abnormal to list just that. Other than that I can't be of much help Haha, sorry.

[ZGold550]

Go to settings -> access points -> media net -> view details.

Then chose to setup the connection manually in the Nokia Software on your PC/Laptop. Enter the options the phone has there. That worked for me.

[patpatpat]

Zgold, did cingular charge you anything extra? Beside doing what you just said, anything else I need to do?

[mcbain]

Have you tried using PC Suite to help you use your phone as a modem?
I did it that way once when my housemate cut our broadband off.
The download speed was terrible i must add. But that could be my carrier's fault.

[vash_h]

what i did was connect the phone to the pc.. via pc suite, select 'connect to the internet'.. and select my mobile operator.. then it dials.. and VIOLA.. im connected to the internet.

speed is good.. rather fast.

[ellmondo]

yes the speed is rather impressive for a mobile phone, especially since it has HSDPA which gives it advantage over some other mobiles used a modems. I would not recommended using it often as it tends to drain battery very fast and would be cheaper and more efficient to get a wireless card from your service provider (if they have them, they do at 3 in Australia)