Chapter 7: Troubleshooting And Tips

ActiveSync Connection Problems Using Windows® 95/98/NT 4.0

Conventionally, the NETBOOK PRO battery pack is considered to have reached 'end-of-life' when its capacity has declined to 50% of the pack’s initial capacity. Therefore, a NETBOOK PRO battery pack will typically reach its ‘end of life’ after approximately 1000 charging/discharge cycles (although the battery will still work for some time after this point).

7.1.5.1Charging Times

The standard NETBOOK PRO battery charging solution does not use trickle charg- ing or fast charging. The NETBOOK PRO battery pack is charged at a constant rate. The actual charge time experienced is dependant on capacity of the battery pack and the ambient temperature. The approximate charging time is 3 to 4 hours.

7.2ActiveSync Connection Problems Using Windows® 95/98/NT 4.0

This section is a guide to troubleshooting connection problems between a NETBOOK PRO and a PC running Windows® 95/98/NT 4.0 and ActiveSync. It also presumes you have already gone through the online help documents that come with ActiveSync, and still have no success in linking. A basic knowledge of using the NETBOOK PRO and Windows 95/98/NT 4.0 is necessary. For information about using Windows 95/98/NT 4.0, check your Windows manual or contact the Windows helpline.

7.2.1 Tips When Installing ActiveSync

Close any other programs that are running. This includes virus checkers, uninstall- ers, floating toolbars etc. If you need to re-install ActiveSync, make sure you unin- stall the previous version first.

1.Click on the Start button and select Settings, then Control Panel.

2.Double click the Add/Remove Programs icon. Select ActiveSync in the list and then click the Add/Remove button.

Important: You must re-start your PC before re-installing ActiveSync or you will experience problems.

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