User's Manual

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Double click “My Pocket PC” to open it.
Open Windows Explorer.
If necessary, resize the windows to allow you to see the files and folders on your PC and
Pocket PC.
Drag and drop files between the two windows.
4.2.3 Installing Applications on Your Pocket PC
You can add to the functionality of your Pocket PC by adding more software. A wide range of
software, from business applications to games, is available for Windows Powered Pocket PCs.
These programs can be purchased on the Internet, as well as from software vendors. However,
before purchasing additional software, check the hardware requirements to make sure it will run on
your Pocket PC.
4.2.3.1 Installing Software Via Your PC
You can install software via your PC using ActiveSync.
To install new software, first download the files to your PC or insert the installation CD in
your PC’s CD drive.
Next, connect your Pocket PC to your PC. See 4.1 Connecting to a PC for information on
how to do this.
Run the software installation program on your PC. The application will be set up on your
Pocket PC.
If the software does not feature an installation program, use ActiveSync to copy the
program file to the Program Files folder on your Pocket PC. Refer to the software
documentation for more information on installation.
4.2.3.2 Installing Software Directly
It is possible to download software from the Internet directly to your Pocket PC.
Use your Pocket PC to connect to the Internet. See 3.4 Internet, Email and Messages
and 4.3 Connecting to the Internet or Your Network for more information on using your
Pocket PC on the Internet.
Download the installation program, saving it to a folder on your Pocket PC.
Use File Explorer to locate the program on your Pocket PC, and then tap the program
icon to start the installation.
4.2.4 Backing Up and Restoring Data Using Microsoft ActiveSync 3.7
Use Microsoft ActiveSync to back up your files regularly. This allows you to safeguard your data in
case of power loss and also provides peace of mind when deleting files on your Pocket PC for
memory management.
In the event of data becoming lost or deleted, ActiveSync allows you to copy files back to your
Pocket PC.
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