Compaq IPAQ H3000 Color Reference Guide

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Connect to an ISP
You can connect to your ISP by creating a modem connection. Once connected, you can 
send and receive e-mail messages and view Web pages.
To create a modem connection to an ISP:
1. Get the following information from your ISP: ISP dial-up access telephone number, 
user name, password, and TCP/IP settings. Some ISPs require information in front of 
the user name, such as MSN/username.
2. Install a CompactFlash modem card using the optional iPAQ CF Card Expansion Pack...

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5. Enter a name for the connection, such as “ISP Connection”.
6. Select your modem type in the Select a modem list. If your modem type does not 
appear, try re-inserting the modem card. 
NOTE:You should not need to change any settings inAdvanced. Most ISPs now use a server-
assigned address. If the ISP you are connecting to does not use a server-assigned
address, tapAdvancedthen theTCP/IPtab and enter the address. When finished, tapOK
thenNext.
7. Enter the access phone number, and...

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To create a modem connection to a network:
1. Get the following information from your network administrator: dial-up access tele-
phone number, user name, password, domain name, and TCP/IP settings.
2. Install a CompactFlash modem card using the optional iPAQ CF Card Expansion Pack 
or a PCMCIA modem card using the optional iPAQ PC Card Expansion Pack. 
NOTE:For information on ordering Compaq iPAQ Expansion Packs, see theAccessories Informa-
tioncard included in the shipping box, or...

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To create an Ethernet connection to a network:
You do not need to create a new connection on your iPAQ H3000. Instead, you must pur-
chase and configure an Ethernet card that is compatible with your iPAQ H3000. 
1. Get the following information from your network administrator: user name, password, 
and domain name.
2. Install the optional CompactFlash or PCMCIA Ethernet card into your optional CF 
Card or PC Card Expansion Pack. For instructions on inserting and using the Ethernet...

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End a Connection
If you started the connection from a program, such as Inbox or Pocket Internet Explorer, 
disconnect from that program first. Then, tap   then To d a y. Tap   or   at the bottom 
of the screen then Disconnect. To end a network connection, remove the card from your 
iPAQ H3000.
Connect Directly to an E-mail Server
You can set up a connection to an e-mail server so that you can send and receive e-mail 
messages by using a modem or network connection and Inbox on your...

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3. Select a connection from the Connection list. If you have not created a connection, 
select Create new connection and follow the steps in the wizard. When you return to 
this screen at the end of the wizard, select the connection you created from the Con-
nection list.
A wizard will walk you through the remaining steps. For an explanation of a screen, tap 
Start then Help. When finished, tap Services then Connect to connect to your e-mail 
server. For more information on using the...

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appendix a
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IPS AND TROUBLESHOOTING
This chapter contains troubleshooting information that can help you to solve any problems 
you might encounter with your iPAQ H3000. It also has a tips section that may help you to 
get better service from your iPAQ H3000. 
If you cant solve a particular problem, see “Where to Find Information
” in Chapter 1. The 
various documents and websites listed here may have the information you need to solve 
the problem.
To help diagnose a...

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NOTE:Do not turn off your iPAQ as it must remain on in order to reset.
Clearing memory
If you want to clear all data from your iPAQ H3000 and return it to the factory settings, 
you should clear the memory. 
1. Using the stylus, slide open the On/Off door on the base of the iPAQ H3000.
2. Slide the On /Off switch to the Off position using the stylus. Wait about one minute, 
then slide the switch to the On position.Clearing memory deletes all data and restores the iPAQ H3000 to...

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3. Close the Battery On/Off door using the stylus.
NOTE:Use CF Backup/Restore or ActiveSync to keep a backup of your iPAQ data so that if you
need to clear memory, you can restore the data on your iPAQ. For more information, see
“Backup and Restore Data
” in Chapter 2, and ActiveSync Help on the computer.
Battery Loses Power
When the battery is low, you will see a battery icon in the status bar of the To d a y screen. 
Recharge a low battery as soon as possible. If your iPAQ...

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Turn off sounds you don’t need
The iPAQ H3000 produces sounds in response to a number of events, such as warnings, 
appointments, and screen taps or hardware-button presses. To optimize battery life, turn 
off any sounds you don’t need. Tap   then Settings. On the Personal tab, tap Sounds & 
Reminders and clear check boxes on the Vo l u m e  and Reminders tabs.
Turn off notification light
Tap   then Settings. On the Personal tab, tap Sounds & Reminders. On the Remind-
ers tab,...