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databases) to a PC Card or CompactFlash Card or to internal memory.

Using Microsoft ActiveSync Backup

The Microsoft ActiveSync Backup feature creates a complete duplicate of all data stored on your HP Jornada. If you routinely connect to your desktop PC, this is the best method of data backup. The backup file is saved on the hard disk of your desktop PC.

Backing up data with ActiveSync on your desktop PC

If you have established a partnership between your HP Jornada and desktop PC, you can set ActiveSync to back up data automatically each time you connect. You can also back up your HP Jornada manually any time you want. ActiveSync lets you decide whether to back up all information each time, or only new and updated information.

To back up data with ActiveSync

1.Connect your HP Jornada to your desktop PC.

2.In the ActiveSync window on your desktop PC, on the Tools menu, tap Backup/Restore, and then tap the Backup tab.

3.Select either Full Backup (to back up all information every time) or Incremental Backup (to backup only new or updated information).

4.Click Change to change the name of your backup file or to specify a location for your backup file.

5.Tap Back Up Now.

Restoring data with ActiveSync from your desktop PC

When you restore data from a backup file created by ActiveSync, all data on your HP Jornada is replaced by the data in the backup file, including files you have created, programs you have installed, and any system settings and options you have set.

Restoring data from ActiveSync replaces all information stored on your HP Jornada. Any data added after the backup file was