Hotspot/Tethering FAQ

Tethering/Hotspot: this allows the client to emit a Wi-Fi signal from their University device in order to run the data on one device at a time. This is the preferred method of data if you have a university cellphone on TU’s Verizon account. Your supervisor can submit a TechHelp or email request to activate tethering/hotspot for your TU device. Note: this feature is automatically disabled if traveling outside the domestic territory. 

MiFi Device: this is similar to tethering/hotspot except it allows for running data on multiple devices at once. MiFi devices have no calling abilities and are solely data devices. These best serve groups that travel together domestically or run more than one device at a time to complete their work responsibilities. Exceptions may be granted for employees needing to run multiple devices, those who do not have a University-issued cellphone or those who share their data capabilities with others in their department. In these cases, the client or department may elect to order a MiFi device. MiFi devices must be approved by Administration and Finance through Docusign. These devices are issued conservatively based on substantiated need.

Select the Power button on the MiFi. Once it has been activated, it automatically connects to the internet over the Verizon wireless network. Open Menu> Wi-Fi Name and Password to see your MiFi name and password.

On the device, you want to connect to the MiFi Hotspot, establish a Wi-Fi connection and select the name from the available networks. You will need to enter the password from your MiFi. You will only need to do this when you first set it up, reset network connections or when get a replacement. ​​​​​​​