How do I activate a WiFi Hotspot provided by AT&T in my BMW with iDrive 5 or iDrive 6?

For vehicles with iDrive 5 or iDrive 6 that are equipped with WiFi Hotspot option provided by the AT&T network, perform the following steps on the iDrive menu to activate WiFi Hotspot.

1. Via iDrive: "Communication"
2. "Manage mobile devices"
3. "Connect new device"
4. "Internet hotspot"
5. Hotspot name and hotspot code are displayed on the Control Display
6. Search for WiFi networks on the mobile device. Select network name on the device. Enter hotspot code on the device and connect. The device is displayed in the device list. All devices connected via the hotspot use this data volume

Once connected to the WiFi Network, open your device’s internet browser and navigate to www.bmwusa.com and press "Go". The browser will then automatically be redirected to the AT&T registration page. For the fastest login experience, choose “Express Registration” and sign in using your BMW ID. For further assistance from AT&T, please call 866-595-1222.

Please note:  To connect another/new device after hotspot has already been activated, perform the steps above.