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Advanced HotSync® Operations

6. Click OK.

7. Disable any other application that opens the IR port.

Configuring HotSync Manager for infrared communication

Next you need to go to the HotSync Manager and configure it for infrared communication. In
Windows 98 and Me, you need to specify the simulated port used for infrared communication. In
Windows 2000, you simply need to activate the infrared menu item.

To configure HotSync Manager for infrared communication with Windows 98 and Me:

1. Click the HotSync Manager icon

in the Windows system tray.

2. Make sure Local Serial is checked on the menu.

3. Choose Setup.

4. Click the Local tab.

5. In the Serial Port list, select the simulated port used for infrared communication. See the

previous section for instructions on identifying the simulated port.

6. Click OK.