9 Exchanging and updating data using HotSync operations Performing a HotSync operation
To perform a local HotSync operation
1Insert your handheld into the cradle.
2If the HotSync Manager is not running (i.e., the HotSync Manager icon is not visible in the bottom right corner of the Windows system tray) start it:
•In the Windows taskbar, click the Start button then highlight Programs.
•Navigate to the Palm Desktop program group and choose HotSync Manager. Alternatively, you can start the Palm Desktop software which automatically opens the HotSync Manager.
3Press the HotSync button on the cradle.
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NOTE: If you are using an optional USB or Serial Sync Cable instead of a cradle, click the HotSync Manager icon in the bottom right corner of the Windows system tray, then select Local from the menu.
4Enter your user name in the New User dialog box and click OK.
The HotSync Progress dialog box appears and synchronization begins.
IMPORTANT: Every handheld should have a unique name. To prevent loss of user’s records, never try to synchronise more than one handheld to the same user name.