Downloading Programs From The Internet - Dell Axim X5 HC01U User Manual

Double-click the *.exe file.
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If the file is an installer file, the installation wizard begins. Follow the
directions on the screen. Once the software has been installed on
your computer, the installer automatically transfers the software to
your device.
If the file is not an installer file, you receive an error message stating
that the program is valid but that it is designed for a different type of
computer. You need to move this file to your device. If you cannot
find any installation instructions for the program in the readme file
or documentation, use ActiveSync Explore to copy the program file
to the Program Files folder on your device. For more information on
copying files using ActiveSync, see ActiveSync Help on your
computer.
To open a program after the installation is complete, tap the Start button,
tap Programs, and then tap the program icon.
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Determine your device and processor type so that you know which
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version of the software to install:
Tap the Start button and tap Settings.
a
On the System tab, tap About.
b
From the Version tab, record the processor information.
c
Using Pocket Internet Explorer, download the program to your
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device. You may see a single *.xip, *.exe or *.zip file, a Setup.exe file,
or several versions of files for different device types and processors.
Ensure that you select the program designed for the Pocket PC and
your device processor type.
Read any installation instructions, readme files, or documentation
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that comes with the program. Many programs provide special
installation instructions.
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