Chapter 16 Performing HotSync® Operations
Available only when the Palm Desktop software is running
Manual
Starts HotSync Manager and monitors requests automatically when you open Palm Desktop software.
Monitors requests only when you select HotSync Manager from the Start menu.
If you’re not sure which option to use, keep the default setting: Always available.
4.If you are using a serial cradle/cable, click the Local tab to display the settings for the connection between your computer and the handheld cradle/cable, and adjust the following options as needed.
If you are using the USB cradle/cable, you do not need to use the settings on the Local tab for a direct HotSync operation.
Serial Port
Speed
Identifies the port that HotSync Manager uses to communicate with the cradle/cable. If necessary, you can change the port selection.
Your handheld cannot share this port with an internal modem or other device.
Determines the speed at which data is transferred between your handheld and Palm Desktop software. Try the As Fast As Possible rate first, and adjust downward if you experience problems. This setting allows your handheld to synchronize with computer at the fastest speed possible.
5.Click the Modem tab to display the modem settings and adjust the options as needed. For more information, see “Conducting modem HotSync operations” later in this chapter.
6.If you are attached to a network, click the Network tab to display the network settings and adjust the options as needed. For more information, see “Conducting network HotSync operations” later in this chapter.
7.Click OK.
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