palmOne Treo Instructions Manual page 15

Connecting your Treo to your computer
1. Plug the AC charger into a wall outlet. If necessary connect an adapter.
2. Connect the charger to the short end of the HotSync cable. Be sure to
match the sides of the connectors labeled UP.
3. Plug the USB HotSync cable into an available USB port on your
computer.
For best performance, plug
4. Connect the long end of the HotSync cable to the bottom of your Treo
your USB synchronization
cable directly into a USB
with the button facing up.
port on your computer. If you
use a USB hub, make sure it
is a powered hub.
A. USB cable
B. HotSync button
28 :: Setting up your computer
Installing the Palm Desktop synchronization software on
your computer
Your computer needs to have all its resources available to install the
software. Follow these guidelines for a successful installation:
1. Exit any applications that are currently running on your computer,
including those running in the background.
2. Insert the CD that came with your Treo into the CD-ROM drive on your
computer. If you are installing on a Macintosh, double-click the CD icon
on the desktop, then double-click the Installer icon.
3. Follow the onscreen instructions of the installation program. Click Install
Now to install the Palm Desktop software. Please note these important
points about the installation process:
• If a language selection screen appears, click the same language you
use on your Treo.
• During the installation process, you will be prompted to synchronize
for the first time.
If you are installing on a
computer at work, make
sure your company allows
you to install new software.
Contact your company's IT
department for help.
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