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Step 6: Establish wireless service
NOTE If you are using a serial cradle, remember to change the HotSync
Manager settings. Click the HotSync icon on the Windows system tray,
and then select Local Serial.
Mac computers: In some cases, you might see a dialog box asking for
your MyPalm™ Username and Password before you have completed
installation. Choose Cancel to dismiss the dialog box and continue
installation.
Step 6: Establish wireless service
As the first HotSync® operation completes, the installer launches a
web browser on your desktop and opens the Activation web page
(https://register.palm.com/MobileReg?func=i705-Register) where you
will establish your wireless account, select a service plan, provide
billing information, and set up your Palm™ wireless e-mail account.
New users or deactivated Palm VII/VIIx users: Click Sign up.
Activated Palm VII/VIIx users: Log in using your existing Palm.Net®
Username and Password. If your service is active, you must also check
the box that identifies you as a Palm VII/VIIx user.
NOTE Do not check the “Palm.Net User?” check box unless you are
upgrading from an activated Palm VII/VIIx handheld.
NOTE If you do not have Internet access, call Customer Care to set up
your wireless account. You must provide your handheld’s hardware
serial number, which is printed on the back panel of the handheld.
IMPORTANT When you complete registration, you receive an activation
key that you need to activate wireless service on your handheld.
Make a note of your activation key her e:_____________________________
TIP If you accidentally close your browser before noting your activation
key, you can retrieve it by going to: https://register.palm.com/
MobileReg?func=i705-Register. Enter the Username and Password you
selected when you established wireless service, and then click Login.
Follow the onscreen instructions to retrieve your activation key.
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