Connect -- Initial Install Process
Connect the correct** cable to the PC (the host) and the MX8 (the client). The MX8 attempts to connect as soon as the cable
connection is made.
See
for the initial ActiveSync Configuration:
** USB Client to PC/Laptop
MX8051CABLE
** Serial Client to PC/Laptop
MX8055CABLE
When the desktop/laptop computer and the MX8 successfully connect, the initial ActiveSync process is complete.
Synchronize Files
Use the following information to backup data files from the mobile device to a desktop or laptop PC using the appropriate
cables and Microsoft’s ActiveSync.
MX8 and PC Partnership
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An ActiveSync partnership between the PC and MX8 has been established.
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Make sure the checkbox is checked for Synchronize all PCs using this connection (Start > Settings > ActiveSync >
Connections).
Serial Port Transfer
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A PC with an available serial port. The PC must be running Windows XP or greater.
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“Allow connections to one of the following” is checked and COM1 (or other appropriate PC COM port) is selected from
the list on the ActiveSync Connections Settings screen on the PC.
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For best results use the MX8 multipurpose RS232 and Power cable.
USB Transfer
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A PC with an available USB port. The PC must be running Windows XP or greater.
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“Allow USB connections” is checked on the ActiveSync Connections Settings screen on the PC.
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For best results use the MX8 multipurpose USB and Power cable.
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“Allow USB connection with this desktop computer” is checked.
Explore
From the ActiveSync Dialog on the Desktop PC, tap the Explore button, which allows you to explore the mobile device from
the PC side, with some limitations.
You can copy files to or from the mobile device using Windows drag-and-drop.
You will not be allowed to delete files or copy files out of the \Windows folder on the mobile device. (Technically, the only files
you cannot delete or copy are ones marked as system files in the original build of the Windows image. This, however, includes
most of the files in the \Windows folder).
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