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Connecting an Infrared Device
The infrared port, a small, semi-circular lens located on the front of the
computer provides wireless, serial communication between the computer and
other infrared devices such as printers or other computers.
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Using the infrared port
1. Make sure the infrared ports of the computer and the other device lie
in a straight line. The two ports should be no more than 1 meter apart,
with no obstructions in between. Noise from nearby equipment can
cause transmission errors.
2. Open Wireless Link to check the status of communications in Control
Panel.
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Printing to an infrared printer
Install your printer and assign it to the infrared port. Users can then print
from the applications as you would to any other printers.
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Transferring files through an infrared connection
Users can use the infrared port to transfer files by using wireless link. See
the Windows online help for instructions on using Wireless Link.
