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Host Computer Configuration
The host computer must be setup with the appropriate communication software and connection
settings. This describes using Microsoft
®
ActiveSync software on both the terminal and the host
computer. To configure the host computer:
1. Download and install ActiveSync. See Installing ActiveSync on page 4-3.
2. Configure the connection settings. The host computer must be configured for TCP/IP
network communications.
a. Click the ActiveSync icon
b. Click on File - Connection settings
c. In the Connection settings dialog box, select the Allow Network (Ethernet) and Remote
Access Service (RAS) server connection with this desktop computer option.
Other options may be selected, for example, Allow serial cable or infrared connection to
this COM port.
3. Click OK.
Before communicating through an ethernet connection, create a partnership
between the mobile computer and the host computer. See Setting up a
Partnership on page 4-4 for detailed instructions.