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5 | Connecting to the Internet  
or to a Network 
In addition to connecting your hp Jornada to your desktop PC, you may 
want to connect to remote computers so you can access e-mail, browse the 
Internet, or retrieve files from a corporate network, whether you are at 
home or on the road. This chapter describes 
• the several methods you can use to connect your hp Jornada to a 
modem, mobile phone, or network 
• the process of configuring your hp Jornada to connect to an Internet 
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Connecting your hp Jornada  
Your hp Jornada gives you several options for connecting to a remote 
computer. You can use an optional CompactFlash card modem, an 
infrared modem, or a mobile phone. Each of these methods requires 
purchase of a modem or adapter as an optional accessory. For more 
information about compatible modems and accessories, visit the hp 
Jornada Web site at www.hp.com/jornada
. 
Connecting with a CompactFlash...

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Connecting with an Infrared Modem 
You can also use the infrared port on your hp Jornada to connect to the 
Internet or a remote computer via an IrDA-compatible infrared modem. 
When you create a new dial-up connection, select Generic IrDA 
modem from the modem list. Connect the modem to a phone line 
according to the manufacturer’s instructions, and align the infrared port on 
your hp Jornada with the infrared port on the modem before dialing the 
call....

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Creating an ISP or Network Connection  
To connect to a network or the Internet, you need an account with an ISP, 
an account on your corporate network, or access permission to dial in to a 
specific computer. 
For each account, you will need a user name and password provided by 
the ISP or account administrator. If you are connecting to a commercial 
ISP, you will also need to know the dial-up telephone number, and IP and 
DNS...

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and then enter the address on the TCP/IP tab. Tap OK, and then 
tap Next. 
8.  Enter the access phone number or dial string, and then tap Next. 
9.  Select other desired options, and then tap Finish. 
10. On the Dialing tab, specify your current location and phone 
type. These settings will apply to all connections you create. 
 
To open the connection, simply open a program that requires a connection 
to the Internet. Your hp Jornada will attempt to connect...

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8.  Enter the access phone number or dial string, and then tap Next. 
9.  Select other desired options, and then tap Finish. 
10. On the Dialing tab, specify your current location and phone type 
(most phone lines are tone). These settings will apply to all 
connections you create. 
 
To start the connection, simply open a program that requires a connection 
to the Internet. Your hp Jornada will attempt to connect automatically. 
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Get Help on Connecting 
More information on the procedures described here, as well as information 
on additional procedures, can be found in the following locations: 
• “Inbox: Sending and Receiving E-mail Messages” in this chapter 
• Online Help on your hp Jornada 
• ActiveSync Help on your desktop PC 
 
For troubleshooting information, see “Troubleshooting Remote 
Connections” in chapter 9, or visit the Microsoft Mobile Devices Web site 
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To view mobile favorites and channels 
1.  Tap the Favorites button to display your list of favorites.  
2.  In the list, tap the page you want to view.  
Tap to add or delete
a folder or favorite link.
Tap the favorite you
want to view.
 
You will see the page that was downloaded the last time you synchronized 
with your desktop PC. If the page is not on your hp Jornada, it will be 
dimmed in the Favorites list. You will need to synchronize with your 
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• Tap the Favorites button, and then tap the favorite you want 
to view. 
• Tap View, and then tap Address Bar. In the address bar 
that appears at the top of the screen, enter the Web address 
you want to visit and then tap Go. Tap the arrow to choose 
from previously entered addresses. 
 
The Mobile Favorites Folder 
Only items stored in the Mobile Favorites subfolder in the Favorites folder 
in Internet Explorer on your desktop PC...