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1. Decide which computer port you’ll be using to load the SmartApplet
onto your AlphaSmart 3000. Older computers use serial/COM ports
while newer computers may use USB ports. The SmartApplet package
includes the required cable for USB ports.
2. After you’ve selected a port:
a. If using the computer’s USB port:
i. Connect the USB cable to both the computer‘s USB port and to
the AlphaSmart 3000’s USB port (labeled “Computer”)
ii. If using older models, turn on the AlphaSmart 3000
b. If using the computer’s serial/COM port:
i. Connect the serial cable to both the computer’s serial/COM port
and to the AlphaSmart 3000’s Serial port (labeled “Printer”)
ii. Turn on the AlphaSmart 3000
After the AlphaSmart 3000 screen clears, press the x-ctrl-U keys.
The AlphaSmart 3000 screen will display:
Attempting to enter the Updater Mode
Attach an Updater cable.
Start the Updater Application.
Press esc key to exit…
c. The AlphaSmart is ready to accept a SmartApplet from your
computer
3. Launch the SmartApplet application on your computer (PC or
Mac).
4. Select the AlphaSmart 3000 connection type (Serial or USB) from
your computer’s application window.
5. Press the Update button. The update or download will take
anywhere from two to four minutes. As the AlphaSmart 3000 loads
the new SmartApplet, it will display:
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