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Preparing your newton device – Apple Newton Connection Utilities (for Windows) User Manual

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Preparing your Newton device

Before you use the Newton Connection Utilities, you need to tell your
Newton device how it is connected to the computer.

IMPORTANT

Make sure you follow the setup instructions on your Newton

device to enter your name and other owner information. The computer uses
this name when it creates a backup file. See your Newton device user’s
manual to learn how to enter your name. Also, it’s a good idea to name the
storage cards you use with your Newton device.

Selecting the type of connection on your Newton device

1

Tap Dock on your Newton screen.

Note: If you have a MessagePad 120 or 130 that uses the Newton 2.0
operating system, you use the Connection application in the Extras Drawer to
select a connection type and establish a connection. On your Newton screen,
tap Extras E , then tap Connection. You may have to show all icons to see the
Connection icon. (Tap the Extras folder tab and then tap All Icons.) Then
follow the remaining steps in the procedures for selecting settings and
establishing a connection provided here.

A slip appears showing the type of connection currently set for your
Newton device.

2

If necessary, tap “Connect via” to change the type of connection and choose Serial.

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Tap to select another

type of connection.

Shows the type of connection
set for your Newton device