
Setting up and managing e-mail accounts
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Account and connection types
Two types of e-mail accounts are supported:
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Network:
You can send and receive e-mail directly to and from your handheld
by connecting with an e-mail service provider.
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Synchronize Only (Windows computers only):
You can download, view, and
manage e-mail between the handheld and a desktop e-mail application, such as
Microsoft Outlook, by performing a HotSync operation using the HotSync
cradle. You can’t send and receive messages wirelessly or with a modem for an
account of this type.
Using a network account, you can set up or access an e-mail account by using any
of the following connection methods:
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Built-in Bluetooth radio
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PalmModem
®
accessory (sold separately)
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External modem sled (sold separately)
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Infrared (IR) port on the handheld to IR port on a mobile phone
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Direct connection to a mobile phone by means of a physical cable
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HotSync cradle connected to your desktop (Windows users only)
Network e-mail account prerequisites
Before you can set up a network e-mail account, you must do the following:
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Establish the e-mail account with an e-mail service provider. Common
providers include Internet service providers (ISPs) such as Earthlink and
Prodigy. A provider can also be a Global System for Mobile Communications
(GSM) or high-speed wireless (GPRS) carrier such as VoiceStream, Cingular, or
Vodafone. You may also use a corporate e-mail account.
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Configure the service connection settings for this account on your handheld
using your handheld’s Network Preferences and Connection Preferences
screens. See
for more information.
Summary of Contents for T3
Page 1: ...Handbook for the Palm Tungsten T3 Handheld TM TM...
Page 14: ...Contents xiv...
Page 20: ...Chapter 1 Setting Up Your Palm Tungsten T3 Handheld 6...
Page 34: ...Chapter 2 Exploring Your Handheld 20...
Page 50: ...Chapter 3 Entering Data on Your Handheld 36...
Page 92: ...Chapter 5 Using Calendar 78...
Page 96: ...Chapter 6 Using Card Info 82...
Page 132: ...Chapter 12 Using Phone Link 118...
Page 250: ...Chapter 17 Using Voice Memo 236...
Page 274: ...Chapter 18 Using Palm Web Pro 260...
Page 282: ...Chapter 19 Using World Clock 268...
Page 368: ...Appendix A Maintaining Your Handheld 354...
Page 388: ...Appendix B Frequently Asked Questions 374...
Page 408: ...Index 394...