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Using MidasPAD

MidasPAD, we strongly recommend you backup both your data and any custom applications.

To back up your data and custom applications:

1.Tap Start > Control Panel. The Control Panel appears.

2.Double-Tap System Backup and follow the onscreen instructions.

Connecting to another computer

MidasPAD is a smart display so its main function to connect to another computer. This lets you turn your powerful desktop or server computer into a portable device.

Remotely connecting to another computer with MidasPAD is easy, but before you can connect to another computer, the following conditions must be met:

Other computer:

•Running Windows XP Professional Service Pack 1, and enabled Remote Desktop.

•Has hooked up a wireless network adapter

•Know the IP address of your computer

Note: To learn how to enable Remote Desktop or find the IP address of your Windows XP computer, consult the Windows XP online help, click Start > Help and Support.

MidasPAD:

•Has a wireless network card plugged in

•Is within range of the other computer

To remotely connect to another computer:

1.In the Computer box, type the computer name or IP address of the target computer (for example, 192.123.212.100). Make sure the IP address is typed correctly.

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Contents MidasPAD Page Contents Appendix B Specifications Before you Begin Introducing MidasPADCaring for your MidasPAD ChecklistSouthPro Technology Introducing MidasPAD Getting to know MidasPAD Display Suspend buttonExpansion slots Function buttonsPorts Slot Location DescriptionMicrophone DC-in jackHeadphone jack StylusAC adapter and power cord Model Charging time Color DescriptionModel Battery Duration Regular use Suspend Battery packSoft keyboard Must do it very quickly Getting Started with MidasPAD FeaturesIntroduction SouthPro Technology Getting Started with MidasPAD SouthPro Technology Getting Started with MidasPAD Using expansion cards Using MidasPADCharging the MidasPAD for the first time Turning your MidasPAD on or offAction Mouse motion Stylus motion Using the stylusInputting text Customizing Button functions Button Task defaultUsing ActiveSync to connect with your computer Entering Suspend ModeChanging display properties Backing up your data and custom applications Other computer Connecting to another computerMidasPAD API/SDK Kit Installing applicationsResetting MidasPAD Microsoft File Viewers Using ApplicationsMidasPAD Personal Information Manager MidasPAD configuration applicationsMidasPAD automatically shuts down Appendix a TroubleshootingMidasPAD does not turn on MidasPAD has locked upSouthPro Technology Appendix a Troubleshooting CF, PCMCIA, SD/MMC, USB Appendix B SpecificationsNET Internet Explorer Flash Update Tool Screen protect film