Dell Axim X5 manual Connecting to the Internet, Creating a Modem Connection to an ISP

2Align the infrared sensors so that they are unobstructed and within a close range.

3Tap and hold the item, and tap Beam Item on the pop-up menu.

You can also send items (excluding folders) from File Explorer. Tap and hold the item you want to send, and tap Beam File on the pop-up menu.

Connecting to the Internet

You can connect to your ISP and use the connection to send and receive e-mail messages and view web or WAP pages. You can connect to the Internet using the following methods:

•Create a modem connection. See "Creating a Modem Connection to an ISP" on page 101 for more information.

•Use an Ethernet card and a net tap to connect to the network. See "Creating an Ethernet Connection to an ISP" on page 103 for more information.

Creating a Modem Connection to an ISP

1Obtain the following information from your ISP:

–ISP dial-up access telephone number

–Username and password

–TCP/IP settings

Some ISPs require information in front of the username, such as MSN/username.

2Install a modem card, or use a null modem cable and appropriate adapters to connect an external modem to your device through the serial port.

3Tap the Start button and tap Settings. In the Connections tab, tap Connections. Under The Internet, select Internet Settings from the drop-down menu, and tap Modify.

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Getting Connected

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