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Chapter 7: Getting Connected

modem by name. If a listing does not exist for your external modem, tap Hayes Compatible on COM1.

7.Enter the phone number exactly as you want it dialed. If you know part of the phone number will change frequently as you travel, use dialing rules to avoid creating numerous modem connections for the same phone number.

8.Enter your user name, password, and domain name as provided by your network administrator. If a domain name was not provided, try the connection without entering a domain name.

9.You should not need to change any advanced settings. Instances where you will want to change advanced settings include:

•You want to change baud rate settings, dialing string commands, or credit card options.

•You need to change port settings.

•The server you are connecting to does not use dynamically- assigned addresses, and you need to enter your TCP/IP settings.

To change advanced settings, tap Advanced. Otherwise, tap Finish.

To start the connection, simply start using one of the following programs. Your device will automatically begin connecting. Once connected, you can:

•Send and receive email messages by using Inbox. Before you can use Inbox, you need to provide the information it needs to communicate with the email server. For specific instructions, see "Connect Directly to an Email Server" on page 105.

•Visit Internet or intranet Web or WAP pages by using Pocket Internet Explorer.

•Send and receive instant messages with MSN Messenger. For more information, see “MSN Messenger” in Chapter 5.

•Synchronize. For more information, see ActiveSync Help on the com- puter.

To create an Ethernet connection to a network:

1.You do not need to create a new connection on your device. Instead, you must purchase and configure an Ethernet card that is compatible with your device.

2.Get the following information from your network administrator: user name, password, and domain name.

3.Insert the Ethernet card into your device. For instructions on inserting and using the Ethernet card, see the owner’s manual for the card.

4.The first time you insert the card, Network Settings will appear automatically so that you can configure the network card. If it does

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