I tried to do a modem Check the following on your computer:

HotSync operation, ■ Make sure your computer is turned on

but it did not and that it does not shut down
complete automatically as part of an energy-
successfully. saving feature.
■ Make sure the modem connected to your
computer is turned on and is connected
to the phone line.
■ Make sure Modem is checked in the
HotSync Manager menu.
■ Make sure the modem you are using
with your organizer has an on-off switch.
Your organizer cannot “wake up” a
modem that has an auto-off feature.
■ Confirm that the Setup String in the
Setup dialog box configures your
modem correctly. You may need to select
a different Modem Type or enter a
custom Setup String. Most modems have
a Setup String that causes them to send
initial connection sounds to a speaker.
You can use these sounds to check the
modem connection.
■ Confirm that the Speed setting in the
Setup dialog box is appropriate for your
modem.
■ If you have problems using the As Fast
As Possible option or a specific speed, try
using a slower speed.
■ Make sure you are not running another
program, such as America Online,
CompuServe, or WinFax, that uses the
serial port you selected in the Setup
dialog box.

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