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3.Adjust the following options as needed. 
4.Click OK.
To prepare a Mac computer for a modem HotSync operation:
1.Confirm that the computer modem is connected and turned on, and that no 
communications applications, such as fax or telephony software, or AppleTalk 
networking are running on that serial port.
NOTEMake sure your computer is disconnected from all online services, such 
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5.Select the On check box of the modem connection you’re using, and then click 
Settings.
6.In the Settings dialog box, select Modem as the connection type, if it is not 
already selected. This step is not necessary for internal modems.
7.Adjust the following options as needed. 
8.Click OK.
9.Close the HotSync Software Setup window.
Preparing your handheld for a modem HotSync operation
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4.Tap the pick list below the icon and select a modem configuration.
5.If you need to create a configuration, press Command Stroke   + S.
Alternately, press Function   + Menu  , and then select Connection Setup 
on the Options menu. 
See“Connection preferences” in Chapter 21 for more information.
6.Tap the Enter phone # field.
If you plan to connect to your company’s dial-in server (network modem) 
instead of connecting to a computer modem, see...

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Selecting the conduits for a modem HotSync operation
The Conduit Setup dialog box on your handheld enables you to define which files 
and/or applications synchronize during a modem HotSync operation. You can use 
these settings to minimize the time required to synchronize data with a modem. 
To change the Conduit Setup for a modem HotSync operation:
1.Press Home  . 
2.Tap the HotSync icon  . 
3.Press Command Stroke   + D.
Alternately, press Function   + Menu...

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Conducting network HotSync operations
When you use the network HotSync technology, you can take advantage of the 
LAN and WAN connectivity available in many office environments. Network 
HotSync technology enables you to perform a HotSync operation by using 
Bluetooth technology or an 802.11 accessory to make a wireless connection to a 
network, by dialing in to a network, or by using a cradle/cable that is connected to 
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4.Click the Network tab and make sure your user name has a checkmark next to 
it. If the checkmark is not there, click the check box next to your user name.
5.Click OK.
6.Put your handheld in the cradle/cable, and perform a HotSync operation.
The HotSync operation records network information about your computer on 
your handheld. With this information, your handheld can locate your computer 
when you perform a HotSync operation over the network.
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6.Tap Select Service.
NOTESee“Network preferences” in Chapter 21 for information on creating a 
network connection. 
7.Tap Service and select a service.
8.Press Function   + Enter , or tap Done.
9.Press Command Stroke   + D.
Alternately, press Function   + Menu  , and then select Conduit Setup on 
the Options Menu.
For instructions on selecting conduits, see “Selecting the conduits for a modem 
HotSync operation” earlier in this chapter.
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Performing a network HotSync operation
After you prepare your computer and your handheld and select your Conduit 
Setup options, you are ready to perform a network HotSync operation.
To perform a network HotSync operation:
nTap the modem HotSync icon to begin the operation.
Using File Link
The File Link feature enables you to import Address Book and Memo Pad 
information onto your handheld from a separate external file such as a company 
phone list. HotSync...

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Creating a user profile
A user profile enables you to install the same set of data onto multiple Palm OS 
handhelds before each handheld is individualized with a specific user name and 
data file.
A handheld that is preconfigured with a user profile can be given to anyone 
because the handheld is not yet identified by a unique user name. The handheld 
acquires a unique user name when the new user performs his or her first local 
HotSync operation.
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7.Select the profile from the User list, and create the data for the profile (for 
example, a company phone list).
To create a user profile on a Mac computer:
1.Open Palm Desktop software.
2.From the User pop-up menu, select Edit Users.
3.Click New Profile.
4.Enter a unique name for the profile and click OK.
5.Close the Users window.
6.From the User pop-up menu, select the new profile.
7.Create the data for the profile (such as a company phone list).
8.From...