Product Reference Guide
ActiveSync
In order to exchange data between your desktop computer and the PA966, Microsoft
ActiveSync must be installed on your desktop computer.
With Microsoft ActiveSync you can:
Transfer data.
Back up and restore PA966 data.
Add programs to and remove programs from the PA966.
This chapter will introduce Microsoft ActiveSync version 3.5. ActiveSync provides a user-
friendly interface and it can be downloaded free of charge from Microsoft's Web site.
Installing Microsoft ActiveSync
Before beginning installation, carefully read the following:
Because you will be restarting your computer during installation, save your work and
quit all programs before you begin.
To set up your communication settings, a PA966 serial cable is required to connect
the PA966 to your host computer.
If you run the Windows NT
during setup that you may need to reinstall the service pack. Try connecting first, and
if unsuccessful, reinstall the latest service pack.
Installation
Follow the installation procedure below to install Microsoft ActiveSync, connect your
PA966 to your desktop computer, and establish a partnership for synchronization (if
desired):
operating system with a service pack, you will be informed
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