Want to use my mac as wifi hotspot with 3G USB connection
Howdy Folks,
I'd like to try an alternative to my local internet provider, which has now increased to $240/mo for less than 2mb/sec service. (I live in a remote place with just one provider)
The local cellular company offers 3G USB internet "sticks", and I would like to see if I can use that to tether my MacBook Pro as a hot spot.
And, better yet, is there a way to expand that to my Airport Extreme?
Or, use the USB connection on an Airport Express directly?
Anyone know a solution(s)?
I have a small cafe, so the purpose beyond personal use, would be to provide WiFi access for up to about 6 additional users.
Thanks in advance!
Ok, thanks. I'm still confused. So I turn Wi-Fi off and I try to select "personal hotspot" under "cellular data" and I get the following message: "wifi is off - personal hotspot will only be available over Bluetooth and USB. Do you also want to enable it over wifi?" Then it gives me two choices 1) Turn on Wifi or 2) Bluetooth and USB Only. If I choose 1 like I did today the bluebar appears but it's connected over a crappy wifi network...if I choose #2 the blue bar never appears and the ipad isn't a hotspot???
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