7 Making Data Connections

The HP iPAQ hw6500 Mobile Messenger series offers you a comprehensive set of wireless capabilities to keep you connected in or out of the office. With Global System for Mobile Communications/General Packet Radio Service/Enhanced Data Rates for Global Evolution (GSM/ GPRS/EDGE), and Bluetooth integrated into a single HP iPAQ, you have broad coverage offering high speed access to the Internet, and to business and personal information.

NOTE: EDGE is a global standard for wireless wide-area data communication being rapidly deployed by GSM carriers worldwide. Actual download speeds may vary. Coverage is subject to transmission limitations and terrain, system capacity and other limitations. Not all features and service options are available in all areas.

Use the following options to get connected:

•Use the GPRS/EDGE technology integrated on your HP iPAQ to connect to a Virtual Private Network (VPN) or to remotely connect to your mobile Internet Service Provider (ISP).

•Make a wireless GSM/GPRS/EDGE connection to place a phone call or send or receive e-mail, text message, or Multimedia Message Service (MMS) messages.

NOTE: EDGE technology delivers faster data speed than GPRS to mobile devices. It allows users to connect to the Internet and send and receive data, including digital images, Web pages and photographs faster than with a GSM/GPRS network. If a network provider does not have EDGE technology deployed, the HP iPAQ defaults to GPRS data transfer rates. Because EDGE is integrated into GPRS technology when it is enabled by your service provider, there is no visible means of identifying when it is being used. You will only receive faster data transmission.

•Transfer information between Bluetooth enabled devices.

•Transfer information between two Infrared (IrDA) enabled ports.

NOTE: Use of dial-up and wireless Internet, e-mail, corporate networks, and other wireless communications, such as Bluetooth-enabled devices, may require separately purchased additional hardware and other compatible equipment, in addition to a separately purchased service contract. Check with your service provider for availability and coverage in your area. Not all Web content may be available. Some Web content may require installation of additional software. GPRS may not be available in all networks. GPRS data transmission speeds may vary based upon network capabilities and other conditions. The establishment and continuation of a GPRS connection depends on network availability, provider support, and signal strength.

Making Data Connections

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