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Get Connected
7.
If you want to synchronize your MobilePro, tap
, and tap
ActiveSync
. In the Tools
menu, tap
Options
. In the PC tab, select Include PC when synchronizing remotely and
connect to, and select your computer's name.
Remote synchronization with a desktop computer works only if you set up a partnership
with that computer through ActiveSync and have set ActiveSync to allow remote
connections. Other restrictions apply. For more information on synchronizing remotely, see
ActiveSync Help on the desktop computer.
To start the connection, use one of the programs listed in the preceding section. Once connected,
you can perform the same activities as listed in the preceding section.
End a Connection
To end a connection, do one of the following:
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When connected via dial-up or VPN, tap the Connection icon on the navigation bar, and
tap
End
.
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When connected via cable or cradle, unplug your MobilePro from the cable or cradle.
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When connected via Infrared, move the MobilePro away from the desktop computer.
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When connected via a network (Ethernet) card, remove the card from your MobilePro.
Connect Directly to an E-mail Server
You can set up a connection to an e-mail server so that you can send and receive e-mail
messages by using an optional modem or network card and Inbox on your MobilePro.
Note
The ISP or network must use a POP3 or IMAP4 e-mail server and an SMTP gateway.
You can use multiple e-mail services to receive your messages. For each e-mail service you
intend to use, first set up and name the e-mail service. If you use the same service to connect to
different mailboxes, set up and name each mailbox connection.
Set up an E-mail Service:
In Inbox on your MobilePro, tap
Services
, and tap
New Service
. Follow the directions in the
New Service wizard.
For an explanation of a screen, tap
and tap
Help
. When finished, to connect to your e-mail
server, tap
Services
and tap
Connect
. For more information on using the Inbox program, see
“Inbox: Sending and Receiving E-mail Messages” in Chapter 4.
Get Help on Connecting
More information on the procedures described here, as well as information on additional
procedures, can be found in the following locations.
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“Inbox: Sending and Receiving E-mail Messages” in Chapter 4.
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Online Help on the MobilePro. Tap
and tap
Help
. Tap
View
, tap
All Installed Help
, and
tap
Inbox
or
Connections
.
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ActiveSync Help on the desktop computer. In ActiveSync, click
Microsoft ActiveSync
Help
on the Help
menu.
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For troubleshooting information, see the Pocket PC Web site at:
http://www.microsoft.com/mobile/pocketpc