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An application software is needed to use the infrared data communications. The
infrared data communications can not be used at 4 Mbps data transfer speed.
NOTE
Windows NT
Infrared Data Communications
Your computer is equipped with an infrared communications port enabling you to trans-
fer data without a cable.
Windows 98
Add the check mark for [Enable infrared communication] in [Start]
- [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Infrared] - [Options] and then se-
lect [OK]
Windows 2000
Add the check mark for [Allow others to send files to your com-
puter using infrared communications] in [Start] - [Settings] - [Con-
trol Panel] - [Wireless Link] - [File Transfer] and then select [OK]
Preparations for Infrared Data Communications
Set the address of your infrared communications port to enable. (
below)
Be sure the computers are not in direct contact with one another.
A port-to-port distance of 20
cm
to 50
cm
{8" to 20"} is recommended.
Problems with Infrared Data Communications
An object is located between both ports.
There are other electronic devices nearby causing interference, such as a television,
VCR, wireless headphone, etc.
Direct sunlight or white glowing light, such as fluorescent lighting; can cause interfer-
ence with communications between the ports.
When moving your computer while it is transmitting/receiving data.
If [IrDA Port] is set to [Disable] in the Setup Utility, set [IrDA Port] to [Enable] or [Auto]
as follows.
1
When the message [Press <F2> to enter SETUP] is displayed, press F2 and
then run the Setup Utility.
2
Select [Advanced] menu and then set [IrDA Port] to [Enable] or [Auto].
3
Press F10 . At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press Enter . The
computer will reboot.
Setting for Infrared Data Communications
Infrared Communication Port
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Windows 98
Windows 2000