Advanced HotSync® operations

Conducting a HotSync operation via modem

You can use a modem to synchronize your CLIÉ handheld when you are away from your computer. A HotSync® operation via modem allows you to back up your CLIÉ data to your computer away from your computer.

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modem

 

Your CLIÉ handheld

A HotSync operation

away from your PC

with the PC at home

Notes

•The first HotSync operation must be local, using the cradle. After that, you can perform a modem HotSync operation.

•It may take many minutes to complete a HotSync operation via modem. To minimize the time required to synchronize data with a modem, define the files and/or applications you synchronize during a modem HotSync operation in advance. For details, see “To select the conduits for a modem HotSync operation” on page 117.

Before you start performing a HotSync operation via modem

Verify the following:

•A modem or terminal adapter is connected to your computer.

•The Palm Desktop for CLIÉ software is properly configured for use with the modem.

Chapter3 Exchanging and updating data using a HotSync® operation

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