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14 System Information Guide
Connecting to a Computer
CAUTION: Before performing any of the procedures in this section, read and
follow the safety instruction on page 5.
You can connect your device to a computer either directly with a cradle or
with a sync cable. When you connect your device to a computer, you can
perform the following tasks:
• Add programs to your device. See your
User’s Guide
for more
information.
• Synchronize data on your device with data on your computer.
For information about synchronizing your data, see the following resources:
• "Using Microsoft
®
ActiveSync
®"
in your
User’s Guide
.
• ActiveSync Help on your computer
• ActiveSync Help on your device
Using the Cradle
NOTE: Depending on the configuration of your device, the cradle is optional.
You can use the cradle to:
• Synchronize the data on your device with the data on your computer.
• Power the device with AC power to conserve battery power.
• Charge the main battery. See "Using the Battery" on page 11 for more
information.
• Charge a spare battery.
NOTE: Before you connect your device to a computer for the first time, ensure
that you install ActiveSync on the computer from the Dell™ Companion CD.
To connect your device to the cradle:
1
Place the cradle on a flat, level surface near your computer.
2
Connect the cradle cable to the USB connector on your computer.
