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Page 198 Advanced HotSync® Operations
You can leave the HotSync application on your handheld set to
perform IR HotSync operations and still use the cradle. This is useful
if you perform HotSync operations with both your desktop computer
and a laptop that you travel with. When you travel, you don’t have to
carry a cradle or cable because your handheld is set to perform IR
HotSync operations. When you’re in the office, just place your
handheld in the cradle and press the HotSync button.
Conducting a HotSync operation via modem
You can use a modem to synchronize your handheld when you are
away from your computer.
Note: The first HotSync operation must be local, using the cradle.
After that, you can perform a modem HotSync operation.
To perform a HotSync operation via modem, you need the following:
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A modem connected to your computer
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Palm Desktop software configured for use with the modem
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A modem, for example, a PalmModem accessory, connected to
your handheld
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A configuration for the kind of modem connection (Serial to
Modem or IrCOMM to Modem) you want to make. See
“Connection preferences” in Chapter 8 for more information.
Preparing your computer
You must perform a few steps to prepare your computer for a modem
HotSync operation. Perform these steps before you leave your office
so that your computer is ready to receive a call from your handheld.
To prepare your computer for a modem HotSync operation:
1. Confirm that the computer modem is connected and turned on,
and that no communications applications, such as fax or telephony
software, are running on a COM port.
Note: To avoid conflicts with the COM port, make sure the
computer is disconnected from all online services, such as
America Online (AOL) and CompuServe.
2. Start HotSync Manager if it is not already running, and from the
HotSync Manager menu, choose Modem.