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modem by name. If a listing does not exist for your external modem,
tap Hayes Compatible on COM1.
7. Enter the phone number exactly as you want it dialed. If you know
part of the phone number will change frequently as you travel, use
dialing rules to avoid creating numerous modem connections for
the same phone number.
8. Enter your user name, password, and domain name as provided by
your network administrator. If a domain name was not provided, try
the connection without entering a domain name.
9. You should not need to change any advanced settings. Instances
where you will want to change advanced settings include:
• You want to change baud rate settings, dialing string commands,
or credit card options.
• You need to change port settings.
• The server you are connecting to does not use dynamically-
assigned addresses, and you need to enter your TCP/IP settings.
To change advanced settings, tap Advanced. Otherwise, tap Finish.
To start the connection, simply start using one of the following programs.
Your device will automatically begin connecting. Once connected, you can:
• Send and receive email messages by using Inbox. Before you can use
Inbox, you need to provide the information it needs to communicate
with the email server. For specific instructions, see "Connect Directly
to an Email Server" on page 105.
• Visit Internet or intranet Web or WAP pages by using Pocket Internet
Explorer.
• Send and receive instant messages with MSN Messenger. For more
information, see “MSN Messenger” in Chapter 5.
• Synchronize. For more information, see ActiveSync Help on the com-
puter.
To create an Ethernet connection to a network:
1. You do not need to create a new connection on your device. Instead,
you must purchase and configure an Ethernet card that is compatible
with your device.
2. Get the following information from your network administrator: user
name, password, and domain name.
3. Insert the Ethernet card into your device. For instructions on inserting
and using the Ethernet card, see the owner’s manual for the card.
4. The first time you insert the card, Network Settings will appear
automatically so that you can configure the network card. If it does