Palm TM Zire Zire 71, Handbook

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System requirements
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Minimum requirements: Mac computers
The minimum requirements for Mac computers are as follows:
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Mac computer or compatible with a PowerPC processor
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Mac OS 9.1 or later with 12MB available memory or Mac OS X, version 10.1.2 or
later (Mac OS X requires administrator rights to install Palm Desktop software)
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25MB available hard disk space
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Monitor that supports screen resolution of 800 x 600 or better
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CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive (you can also download Palm Desktop software
from
www.palm.com
)
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Mouse
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One available USB port or serial port (serial cradle/cable sold separately and
compatible with Mac OS 9 only)
Audio and video requirements
To use the audio application included on the Software Essentials CD-ROM, you
must also have an expansion card (sold separately).
The video application included on the Software Essentials CD-ROM does not
require additional accessories. You can store video clips directly on your handheld
or on an expansion card based on the space available.
NOTE
You may need to download software from the Internet while installing some
applications from the Software Essentials CD-ROM.
E-mail requirements
You can use a cradle/cable or infrared communication and the e-mail application
included on the Software Essentials CD-ROM to synchronize your messages with
your computer.
To use the e-mail application for optional remote access, you must have an Internet
service provider (ISP) account and any one of the following:
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An IR-enabled mobile phone
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A mobile phone with a cable that connects to your handheld
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A modem accessory for your handheld
SMS requirements
To use the Telephony/SMS application, you must have any one of the following:
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An IR-enabled GSM mobile phone
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A GSM mobile phone with a cable that connects to your handheld