Dell Axim X51 - Manual (Page 48)

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Operating the Axim
Connecting to a Computer
You can either connect your device to a computer using a cradle or directly
to a computer using a sync cable. Connect your device to a computer to:
• Add programs to your device. See "Adding Programs Using Microsoft®
ActiveSync®" on page 107 for more information.
• Synchronize data on your device with data on your computer.
For information on synchronizing your data, see the following resources:
• 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.
• Connect the device to an electrical outlet to conserve battery power.
• Charge the main battery. See "Using the Battery" on page 42 for
more information.
• Charge a spare battery. Please note that the spare battery is optional.
NOTE:
Before connecting your device to a computer for the first time,
install ActiveSync on the computer using the Dell™ Getting Started CD.
To connect your device to the cradle:
1 Connect the AC adapter to the cradle and to an electrical outlet.
2 Place the Axim in the docking cradle near your computer.
3 Connect the USB sync cable to the cradle and the computer.