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An application software is needed to use the infrared data communications.
Windows NT
Infrared Data Communications
Your computer is equipped with an infrared communications port enabling you to trans-
fer data without a cable.
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.
1
Run the Setup Utility
(
page 60
)
2
Using either or , select [Advanced]
3
Using either or , select [IrDA Port] and then press Enter
4
Using either or , select [Auto] and then press Enter
5
Press F10 and then select [Yes], then press Enter
6
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
Setting for 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.
Infrared Communication Port
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Windows 98
Windows 2000
NOTE
Problems with Infrared Data Communications
