Exchanging and Updating Data using HotSync® Operations Conducting a HotSync operation via the modem

Preparing your computer

You must perform a few steps to prepare your computer for a modem HotSync operation. Be sure to perform these steps before you leave your office so that your computer is ready to receive a call from your pda phone.

To prepare your computer for a modem HotSync operation:

1.Confirm that the computer modem is connected and turned on, and that no communications applications, such as fax or telephony software, are running on a COM port.

NOTE: Make sure that the computer is disconnected from all online services, such as America Online (AOL) and CompuServe, to avoid conflicts with the COM port.

2.Start HotSync Manager if not running, and from the HotSync Manager menu, choose Modem.

3.Adjust the following options as needed:

Serial Port to identify the port for the modem. If you are unsure of the port assignment, look at the Modem Properties in the Windows Control Panel.

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Palm G18 user manual Preparing your computer, To prepare your computer for a modem HotSync operation