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Adjust the following options as needed.
3.
Identifies the port for the modem. If you are unsure of the port
Serial Port
assignment, look at the Modem Properties in the Windows
Control Panel.
Determines the speed at which data is transferred. Try the As
Speed
Fast As Possible rate first, and adjust downward if you
experience problems. This setting allows Palm Desktop
software and your handheld to find and use the fastest speed.
Identifies the modem type or manufacturer. Refer to your
Modem
modem manual or faceplate for its type or settings. If you're not
sure of your modem type or your modem doesn't match any
that appear in the list, select Hayes Basic.
Identifies the setup string for your particular modem. Not all
Setup String
modems require a setup string. Refer to your modem manual
and enter the setup string if recommended by the manufacturer.
Click OK.
4.
To prepare a Mac computer for a modem HotSync operation:
Confirm that the computer modem is connected and turned on, and that no
1.
communications applications, such as fax or telephony software, or AppleTalk
networking are running on that serial port.
Make sure your computer is disconnected from all online services, such
NOTE
as CompuServe and America Online (AOL). This helps to avoid conflicts with
the serial port. In addition, your computer must be on, and it should not be in
sleep mode when receiving a call from a remote handheld.
Double-click the HotSync Manager icon in the Palm folder.
2.
Click the HotSync Controls tab and enable the Transport Monitor, if it is not
3.
already enabled.
Click the Connection Settings tab.
4.
Conducting HotSync operations using an attached modem
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