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[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] Airbornamerican:
Question

How were you able to edit anything in the "Access Point Names? Everything that I see is grayed out. I have a Note 5 on Sprint.
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] mike.o84:
Same here, all grayed out on my Sprint Note 5
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] Geezio:
I cannot explain why , but with my wife's GS6 a quick restart and going into settings and hotspot and turning it on still works for hot spot we used it for like a few hours last night to stream movies ...you have to be quick though and keep trying.
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] baldota:
I bought a network unlocked phone, but the functionality is very limited - no tethering, etc.

Can you help me with a # too please?

Thanks!
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] haff34:
Can't find APN

When I type in my MSL I cannot find APN settings, however when I click view after typing ##DATA# I can see it. Any idea's?
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] tara_clint:
Since the pe1 update, the apn settings cannot be edited with ##data#. Although if you are on pe1, tx_dbs_tx has an hotspot mod using odin can be flashed to enable hotspot on pe1
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] jfogle01:
Hey all, just tried this on my note 5 on PD2 and while i can view the apn after the ##3282#, the apn folder disappears when going thru edit and enteting my msl. Any ideas or suggestions?!
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] SirDrivealot:
I tried your solution but it didn't work on the Sprint version Galaxy S7 since the APN function is shade gray and therefore can't be changed.
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] dvtmg704:
Root the sucker
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] robinhood1808:
Guys, the best way to get the hotspot working is to install FoxFi app from playstore. To unlock the full potential, just search for it's key on Internet (As per XDA rules, I can't mebtion it here.. :p) & the hotspot will start to work. No rooting or editing or flashing required.
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] piggynuts:
Newest firmware APN type blanked out

Hi, I have my MSL code and now I just got my phone back from Samsung with latest firmware and OS, and the APN type is grey even with my MSL, I cannot change it. Workaround without root?

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Mine's greyed out too did you find the work around I'm on note 4 with latest firmware and updates

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Looks like we have an answer here people, pe1 and above no more editing APN settings. So you have to do a bunch of flashing and stuff. I've been thinking about switching to google phone.... now more likely.
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] kephaisrock:
I just got my new Sprint Note 7 and I'm dying to use the hotspot wifi tethering. Has anyone had any luck with this?
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] cfclay:
To restart the phone and be able to use the hotspot, yes it works. Invariably you will be kicked off though. May an hour later...but you will be kicked off.
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] Alanis0811:
Ok.... so I've been trying to read this to know what to do but have not seen anyone that has the same issue so I don't know if I'm just not that far ahead etc.... but, to give a starting point .... I have a Sprint Note5, non rooted with current software. Tried to use phone for usb tethering on laptop in location away from wifi and choose "usb tethering" on phone after connecting cable which prompted tap to configure type of message that did nothing. No pop ups or sub menus etc....So what, if anything, can I do to USB tethering on occasion? I don't need rooting or Bluetooth, just want to check email etc.
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] Darkwalker3:
Worked perfectly on my Samsung Galaxy S5 SM-G900P

Android Version: 5.0

Software/baseband version: G900PVPU3B0K4

Thanks for the post!
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] elasher:
On PB6 here and there are no APN settings available in the menu. I am using wifi tether router but its disconnecting me about every 25 minutes.
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] cfclay:
On my Sprint s7, using this app just turns on the wifi hotspot, which immediately comes up with the prompt about subscribing to the service. Somehow does this app or the key bypass that?
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] cfclay:
Today I was able to do this using PdaNet or FoxFi and it lasted about 3 hours. I can't duplicate what makes it last sometimes and why other times it only last for about one minute. There has to be some sort of time before some drivers or something loads up into the phones system.?
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] Bquiz91:
How would you go about finding your msl w/o calling spsprint. I was on the phone for 2 hrs and talked to 5 different people and still came out empty handed. I seen a few ways online and none worked for me sofar. I even rooted my device out (sm-g925P) and still no luck. Any guesses?
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] cfclay:
Are you able to assign that line to another phone, doing it online? Then when you assign the line back to your existing phone, I believe they will send you a follow-up email that includes activation instructions and the MSL.
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] Bquiz91:
Well my backup phone got shattered in my car accident. Ill go find a cheapo and try this out
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] nathaccornelius@live.com:
needing help

Could you please get my msl for my note 5.
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] ssuraj83:
No luck here with this at all. I got my msl code, but I don't have the option to click or add anything .

Any pointers please?
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] claymcin:
go to play store, get app called terminal emulator, open it, type "getprop ril.MSL" (then enter to get you Device's MSL code)
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] tara_clint:
Does not work with a couple different emulators
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] synystermick:
issues with apn being greyed out

my issues are that all of my apn settings are greyed out. how can i resolve
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] tara_clint:
you can't

This thread should be closed. You can't do what this thread described since pe1 update. This is due to greyed out. You will have to root to get hotspot without paying for it.
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] synystermick:
Can you pm me which root method would work for me? I really hotspot back. It already is a downgrade not being able to talk and surf
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] notmyepic:
My first would be phone having difficult time with sending MMS and need to select different APN.

Second would be GPS issue and need to reset GPS to test
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] misterio53:
You need it to Reset network settings and that you have done it in the past with their guidance via dial pad.
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] btb601:
It worked great, thanks
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] copc:
I can confirm.

I found no working MSL reader for Lollipop.

I went on chat with sprint, very nicely asked for the MSL #

While he was typing the number on his end, he asked what I needed it for.

I just said I was having GPS issues and needed to reset. He said thank you and gave me the #.

Followed OP instructions, rebooted

and it works.

Thanks OP!
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] Wilmingtech:
Thank You

I've been lurking XDA for almost 10 years now and this is my first post :)

Thank you for this.

Took me 2 times to get Sprint Support to release the MSL but once I got the right person it was no problem. (using online chat)

The reconfiguration of the APN type and a reboot has allowed me to use the Wifi Tether built in to the phone with no issues.

Wondering if there is a way to change the "Default" setting in the Stock Sprint Rom to include this.
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] kittyslasher:
I work for sprint so if yall have issues getting it from customer care send me a PM i can get the # for ya :)
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] kittyslasher:
So after doing this it stopped asking for a hotspot package or plan?
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] surfer1010:
It worked great for me, and did not ask about hotspot package or plan so far. Thanks for your help!
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] kittyslasher:
Awesome news. Glad i could help
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] note4newguy:
Pardon my igonarance guys/gals, but when i put in my MSL # (which is a 6 digit code) and hit edit I do not see a menu for APN Settings:

This is what I have

The steps:

Go to Dialer and enter ##DATA# (##3282#) << DONE

Press "Edit" then enter your MSL. < DONE ( 6 digit number )

Click on APN Settings << NO menu for APN Settings, all I see is

Data Profile

MMSC

Multimedia

EVDO

Advanced

DSS

USB Charging

eHRPD

LTE

itson

More

For both "APN2 EHRPD internet" and "APN2 LTE internet" change APN Type from "default,mms" to "default,mms,dun"

After you enter the change, hit Menu -> Save before going to the next APN.

And that's it. That easy. It works for both Hotspot and USB tethering. Seems too easy, but that's all I had to do.
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] dmisselh:
Mine doesn't have APN settings either
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] RudyC15:
hello

Sorry guys , just a simple question. Would this work with a sprint galaxy s5 900P?
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] tanahiro:
works perfectly. gracias.... funcionó a la perfeccion. Im in sprint note4. Im Rooted
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] freemeech:
Straight butter! They gave me mine with no issues at all. Curious as to why said all I need to unlock my Sim was the MSL number.. That can't be right. But it did work for hotspot!

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My phone is paid off anyway.. Would like my unlock code for when I travel!
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] jimmbomb:
Where are you all getting on the "CHAT" to get your MSL..?? on browser on your PC or on the phone? Thanks..

Welll I got on Chat Online thru Sprint web site..

and they are playing hardball with me...

first one.. then I asked for a supervisor..

Said I wanted to reset my GPS, then denied but offered a walk theu on resetting GPS..

Then I told the I wanted a SIM unlock.. and they gave me a number to call...

Here's the tail end of the conversation..

""You: Id like to get the MSL number to my Note 4 please

Kelly S.: From the chat session, I can see that you are trying to gte teh MSL for your note 4 since you are facing issues while resetting the GPS settings. Am I correct?

Kelly S.: *the

You: at the present, Id just like to get my MSL # please. then I can resolve my issues myself. thank you Kelly

Kelly S.: Unfortunately, it is not posible to provide the information you are looking for. MSL is only provided in ceratin scenarios like if the contract on the account is over or the phone is no longer in the installment agreement with Sprint. Other than that, we do not share this information. If the customer faces any issues while using the phone, we help the customer in doing basic reset and if needed, customer can get the issue resolved by visiting Sprint store or contacting technical support team .

You: i dont want to re-set my phone.. all will be lost

You: at the present, Id still like to get my MSL # please

Kelly S.: I am sorry. The phone under Installment agreement and it would not be possible to share this information."""

now what?? try again???

****EDIT******

well.. I got right back on ask asked another person, and she never even asked"why" just flat out gave me the MSL!!!

And told me who and the number to call to get my phone unlocked..

And confirmed the MSL again..

Now all is good.. and the instructions in Post 1 woeked like a charm!

Thanks
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] freemeech:
How do you use MSL to unlock phone is my question? I'm out of contract and would love to unlock mine ..
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] 58scoutgarryowen:
Thanks!!!!! Works perfect!!!!!!!!!!

Thanks for the great information, I didn't even call Sprint, I actually used Sprint Chat, not a hard process at all, took literally 3 mins to get my msl...my reason for asking for it....since she did ask......I am a computer engineer and would like to know the technical aspects of my electronic devices more than just normal user level, I know this is not going to unlock my phone for other carriers and I would not want to do that since I love Sprint,.........she gave me the MSL no problem lol
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] Nicole2320:
I cant get my hotspot to show, any ideas. I did the fix but when I go to search for hot spot, its not found.
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] cc2278:
Hotspot works great

I can only connect one device at a time even I allowed all my devices. Anyone have the same problem.
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] jimmbomb:
Check this thread out.. http://xdaforums.com/note-4-sprint/help/hotspot-toggle-gone-t3076121

Some folk have rep[orted that their setting is gone after doing the OTA to 5.1

Go to 'settings'/' wifi'/' wifi hotspot- tethering'

good luck
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] tara_clint:
I would suggest for you to Odin full stock PH4 from here https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=312978532265361809

Thread is here http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=3250864

Thank LMMT in that thread.

This is the latest update. You will lose root and recovery. So, do the following.

Get into download mode:

1. Odin PH4 let it boot.

2. Odin recovery

Get into recovery:

3. Flash (SU 2.6￼ from here to get root back

http://rootmygalaxy.net/download-supersu-v2-65-marshmallow-root-package/

4. Flash this ROM.

[emoji41]

Sent from Nowhere

This is a general guide on how to root and load a rom that will let you tether, but still be stock
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] QDatsWho:
They fix it doesnt have default, blah....cant put dun anymore. Not working tried to add dun to end of what i have at got nothing...said data didn't work. I get n.ispsn on that screen now or am i at right spot what do i do now with new update? Help having that Hotspot helps alot with kids on long trips
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] Biodebacle:
Nice!!

Confirm working on sm-n900p, rooted running 5.0 STOCK_DEODEXED_N900PVPUEOC5, still works after reboot, perfect and easy just call for MSL!! Awesome, screw you Sprint! :cool:
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] dextgod:
need my MLS call or text me 2057054849 please help me my sprint phone is unlocok and im on Tmobile network and sprint saying that i have to have an account with them to gety my MLS please help :(
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] waleedgrairi:
Hi Guys,

I was just passing here because of my friend's Sprint note 4, anyway since rooting Galaxy Note is easy: I thought It will be a good idea to share this Youtube video with you to enable Wifi Hotspot and LTE, I tried it and it worked for me.

Now give it a try hopefully it will be useful

The link:

https://youtu.be/j4w_HDj1tj4
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] macmovr:
just got my phone, I'm on pl6 update. apn type still grayed out after entering msl code. Anything I can do?
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] jegaa69:
Worked for me on QB3

Yes waleedgrairi this method worked for me using the YouTube link which in it's description has a link to DL GTools then in GTools tap on "enable native wifi", then tap on "add all notification toggles and you'er done!

then if you want you you can go to OITHIDDENMENU -> ##DATA# -> APN SETTINGS tap on either or both "APN2 EHRPD INTERNET" or "APN2 LTE internet" go down to "APN type" and you'll see that both have "dun" added. FYI I'm on QB3. Thanks so much! :D
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] mokofoko:
Have you already updated to the most recent QC1? Just want to confirm it's still working before I update both of my note4s--haven't touched either in more than a year :eek:
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] jegaa69:
No. Worried it won't work afterwards. If you do give us a heads up.
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] mokofoko:
If anyone can confirm they're on the latest firmware and still have this working, that'd be fantastic. I'm sure someone was brave enough to try. Really want to just do an OTA update without having to download an older version and use odin.
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] BadMekanic:
This isn't working on my S7. I have my MSL but the options I need to change are grayed out like I don't have access. Help?
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] jerry43812:
Possibly totally unrelated but on my S6 there was an OTA several months ago that removed the APN settings from the menus completely (or greyed them in some cases) so this mod no longer works on that phone with current Android versions. Ymmv obviously.
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] Nicole2320:
I just a factory reset, the settings are back now. I was getting the subscription error message, I powered down and restarted and I noticed that the previous apps are still loaded, they do not auto clear. So I had to "swipe" "Data" away to clear it now it works.

Thanks
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] Robert542:
For those of you that are calling Sprint for your MSL code, when the person tells you that they cannot give you the MSL code ask to speak to their supervisor. The first person will most likely give you some crap about they are not allowed to give the code out because you can unlock the phone through the data menu. They obviously are just giving you the run around because they don't know anything other than what's on their script. Once I got a supervisor I had the MSL code within a matter of seconds for both of my phones.
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] wallie71:
3G vs LTE

I followed the steps in this thread and I got the hotspot to work yesterday. This morning it would turn on and then switch back off and would say that it did not appear that I have a tethering subscription, or something to that effect. I noticed that this was happening when I was on 3G. Then after a while the phone connected to LTE and now it works. Question - does this only work on LTE or should it matter?
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] joaranna:
I utilized the idea, but in my own words of 58scoutgaryowen on the Sprint chat which yielded results quite easily for my wife's phone MSL and input everything just like in OP and worked like a charm. Easy peasy lemon squeezy! My thanks to you all who tirelessly work at making our user experience better. Through trial, success and error. I'll report more later after a few days use with any results, positive or negative.
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] Geisha2707:
Msl request

Hi Kittyslasher,

I would like to get my msl, if possible. What information do you need from me to obtain this ?
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] liquid307:
I'm rooted w/Lollipop & hotspot. Not sure if it's possible but can't you unrooted guys just go into settings/more networks/mobile networks/Access Points Names and edit APN ?

sent from nowhere
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] Brock7089:
Hotspot, Sprint S6 Edge, Root
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] jimmbomb:
Most of us here have gotten their MSL from the "chat" on the web site.

I too failed on my first attempt.

Hang in there with the chat attempts.

Youll get thru and get your MSL if you have the patience.

Good luck
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] jared1202:
I too received my MSL through chat.. Just told them I'm a developer.
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] NinjaMom:
If you are nice and a little intimidating with knowledge they usually just fork it over.
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] wallie71:
Got mine thru Chat also.
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] akaimana:
Took me four chat sessions before it was finally given to me.
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] valbher:
Worked Great on Sprint Galaxy 6

Got on Chat, they gave me my MSL no problem
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] beezar:
I think if I got annoyed enough, I would reinstall Kit Kat, get my MSL, then go back to lollipop.
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] w7excursion:
Called for mine and said I was going to program my phone again. She said she would help me with that. I told her that wouldn't work cause I'm calling from the phone I want to program. That was it. One call. As usual.
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] GAPO:
Worked like a charm on my Note 3. I called Sprint and asked them for my MSL. They gave it to me along with the MSID, no questions asked.
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] BigMosley:
This is ridiculous lol thanks for the hookup. I went on the Sprint website and did a quick chat and they ask "Can I ask what you need this for?" I just said "For future reference" and they handed it over. This is a pure example why I ❤ XDA.
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] cjuni:
it's that easy & it works!!!

WOW......it was that easy after months of trying everything to get this to work. I contacted sprint chat and told him GPS issues need my MSL to reset it and boom they gave it to me i said thanks 2 min later FREE WIFI tehering:laugh::laugh::laugh::laugh::laugh::laugh::laugh::laugh::laugh::laugh::laugh:

BIGG THANKS!
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] BigMosley:
Like someone else already said, make sure you uncheck auto update I'm sure Sprint is aware of this or soon will be and they will end this. Enjoy! ?
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] SkidMarx:
Need a little help for its not working...

Got my MSL from Sprint. Got through the Dialer process, Pressed Edit and entered my MSL. Clicked on APN Settings and set it to default,mms,dun on both the APN2 EHRPD internet" and "APN2 LTE internet. I did save the setting before moving on. However when I click on Hot Spot and Tethering and then on - a message comes up saying "Hotspot Error, You are not subscribed to the Hotspot service. Do you want to see subscriptions options?

Any ideas as to why it's not working? Update... I got it to work. Had an extra space in my typing that I missed.

I'm using a Note 4 running Android version 5.0.1 and am unrooted.

Thanks for the help.
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] NinjaMom:
Granted you are trying to do the work around with it. But this is what lollipop did to break my s5's hotspot. I was subscribed and it would throw this error after the update.
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] butterbuns:
Nice
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] outlawjoekidd:
need code.

what do you need from me to get my msl. not sure what you meam by PM?

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Not sure what you meen by PM. I do need my code. What do you need from me?
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] BigMosley:
PM = Private message, this information should be kept to yourself so shoot him a PM.
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] outlawjoekidd:
msl code

I did what you said and it works great but when my phone switches to 3G it disconnects with an error code is there a fix for that?
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] kittyslasher:
Hey guys sorry if i havent gotten back to your pms it doesnt tell me who i have and havent responded to ive been MIA for awhile been dealing with some hardships in life. But again im back so if you need some help let me know!
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] BigMosley:
I got a new phone so I did a chat with Sprint and told them I am a developer also and they forked it right over lol ?
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] metarojo78:
Does this work with the G920FXXU1AODG firmware? For the Galaxy S6.
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] elpindian:
worked flawlessly on my Sprint s6 Edge with the May 11th OTA update, thanks so much!!

btw, I just did the online chat with Sprint to get my MSL, told them I was an app developer and needed it to be able to properly test an app. took maybe 2 minutes and voilà, free tethering !
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] kosmo42o:
Does anyone know if this method work for note 3 lolipop update also?
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] ScottieRotten:
Read the title of the op. .

See post number 14..
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] BigMosley:
Yes it will, just came from the Note 3 with lollipop.
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] kosmo42o:
So we can change apn on official lolipop 5.0 note 3 ☺
[Sprint  Galaxy Note 4 General] In2deep777:
Works on Sprint GS6

G920PVPUIA0E2