Preparing your ComputerYou must perform a few steps to prepare your computer for a modem HotSync® operation. Be sure to perform these steps beforeyou leave your office so that your computer is ready to receive a call from your handheld.To prepare your computer for a modem HotSync operation:1. Confirm that the computer modem is connected and turned on, and that no communications applications, such as faxor telephony software, are running on a COM port.NOTE: Make sure that the computer is disconnected from all online services, such as America Online ® (AOL)and CompuServe®, to avoid conflicts with the COM port.2. Start HotSync Manager if it is not already running, and from the HotSync Manager menu, choose Modem.3. Adjust the following options as needed:• Serial Port: to identify the port for the modem. If you are unsure of the port assignment, look at the ModemProperties in the Windows Control Panel.• Speed: to determine the speed at which data is transferred. Try the As Fast As Possible rate first, and adjustdownward if you experience problems. This setting lets Palm™ Desktop software and your handheld find and usethe fastest speed.• Modem: to identify the modem type or manufacturer. Refer to your modem manual or face plate for its type orsettings. If you’re not sure of your modem type or your modem doesn’t match any that appear in the list, selectHayes Basic.• Setup String: to identify the setup string for your particular modem. Not all modems require a setup string.Refer to your modem manual and enter the setup string if recommended by the manufacturer.4. Click OK.HotSync® Operations: Via a Modem9.9Chapter 9 Using HotSync® Operations
