DELL Axim X5 User Manual

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About Your Device

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Connecting to a Computer

You 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 

" on page 74 for more information.

• Synchronize data on your device with data on your computer.

For information on synchronizing your data, see the following resources:

• "Using  Microsoft

" on page 53

• 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 Batteries" on page 15 for 

more information.

• Charge a spare battery.

Before connecting 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

Depending on the type of cradle that you have, connect the cradle 

cable to either the USB or serial connector on your computer.