Socket Mobile Socket Wi-FI Products P500x - Manual (Page 7)

2 | Software Installation
Follow these instructions to install the software into your Windows Mobile-
based device.
If you are using the SoMo 650, software installation is not required because
Wi-Fi Companion is pre-loaded on the device.
ADVANCED USERS: For CAB file installation instructions, please refer to
the README file in the installation CD.
1. If your device already has an older version of Socket WLAN software,
you must completely remove it before you install the new software.
Remove both the utility and the card drivers.
• Make sure the WLAN card is not in the Pocket PC.
• Tap Start | Settings | System tab | Remove Programs.
• Select the WLAN card drivers and tap Remove.
• Repeat to remove the WLAN utiity.
• Soft reset the Pocket PC by pressing the reset button.
2. Use a serial/USB connection cable or cradle to make an active connection
between your device and a host PC.
• If your host computer is running Windows Vista, use the Windows
Mobile Device Manager.
• If your host computer is running Windows 2000/XP, ActiveSync
4.0 or greater is required.
3. Insert the installation CD into your host PC. Use My Computer or
Windows Explorer to access your CD-ROM drive.
Alternatively, if you downloaded the software from Socket’s website,
extract and save the contents to your computer. Remember where you
save the software.
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