Apple Newton Connection Utilities (for Macintosh) User Manual

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The remaining steps set up the Dock application for Auto Docking.

5

On your Newton device, tap Dock, tap the information ; button, and in the list that
appears, tap Prefs.

The Dock Preferences slip appears.

6

Tap to add a checkmark to Auto Dock.

When you select Auto Dock, the slip expands, allowing you to select the type
of connection for your Newton device.

You can also tap to add a checkmark to “Always backup all information” to
have all your information backed up during an Auto Dock session. If this
option isn’t checked, a slip appears during Auto Docking that allows you to
back up selected applications.

7

Tap all X icons to close the slips.

To perform an Auto Dock procedure (which works on devices using the
Newton 2.1 operating system), connect the cable to your Newton device
and computer.

Note: If you’re using an eMate 300, you must connect the cable to the Newton
InterConnect port (not the serial port) to use Auto Dock.

After your Newton and computer are connected, start up the Newton
Connection Utilities on your computer. A slip appears for initiating the
Auto Dock procedure. If you choose to perform an Auto Dock, the
Newton Connection Utilities back up or synchronize according to your
selected preferences.

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Getting Started

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