3G USB Key internet --> wireless

[hvp]

Hi all,

(Disclaimer: Relative newbie here so don't flame if this is really stupid question. Thanks.)

I'm hopefully getting a MBP soon to replace my dying laptop. As of next week I will be living on a boat where the only internet access is via a usb 3G dongle thingy - you know the thing i mean.
Anyway, the question is... Is there any way of using the MBP as a wireless station so that i can access the internet with an iphone (using wifi as my network doesn't support 3g)?

Thanks!

 

[bentley]

I don't know about the scenario you explained (connection tethering isn't officially supported on the iPhone).

But there's a number of 3G internet routers available now. You simply pop your USB dongle into them and they distribute the internet connection by WiFi.

 

[hvp]

Ah-ha, that was going to be my next question!
Don't suppose you know of a link to an example of one of these 3G routers?


Thanks!

 

[tersono]

Assuming I'm understanding what you're trying to do, yes, you can use your MBP as a wireless access point - which will then allow your iPhone to access the internet via wi-fi, sharing your MPB's internet connection.

The settings are available under internet sharing in the sharing prefpane.

 

[hvp]

And that's why they call you a demi-god!


Thanks!