Install Applications - HP iPAQ h3800 Reference Manual

Getting Acquainted

Install applications

You can install applications on your iPAQ Pocket PC from your:
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Computer by using Microsoft ActiveSync 3.5
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iPAQ Pocket PC if the application file has a .cab extension
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iPAQ Pocket PC or your computer by copying an application
file that has an .exe or .cef extension
When installing applications, look for the correct version for the
iPAQ Pocket PC.
Hint: Install important applications to the iPAQ File Store folder
located in the File Explorer on your iPAQ Pocket PC.
Applications in iPAQ File Store are held in ROM and will not be
lost if you perform a hard reset of your iPAQ Pocket PC or if the
battery loses its charge. iPAQ File Store can store between 5 and
6 MB of information, depending on the model.
1. Follow the instructions in the installation wizard to install
applications from your computer.
2. Tap the application file in File Explorer and follow the
instructions in the installation wizard to install applications
from your iPAQ Pocket PC.
From the Start menu, tap Programs, then tap File Explorer
to open File Explorer.
3. Tap the application file to install and move it to the Programs
folder on your iPAQ Pocket PC.
4. If your application does not run, insert the stylus for 1 second
into the Unit Reset switch on the bottom of your iPAQ
Pocket PC.
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