Toshiba Satellite 4030CDT - Exchanging Data with Another Computer

Learning the Basics
Exchanging data with another computer
Exchanging data with another computer
To transfer a large amount of information between computers, you
can use the Windows 98 Briefcase or a specialized synchroniza
tion program and the computer's serial, parallel, or infrared ports.
♦ To transfer files using the serial port, use a null modem serial
cable.
♦ To transfer files using the parallel port, use a LapLink®-type
parallel cable.
♦ To transfer files using the infrared port, use another computer
with a compatible internal or external infrared port and the nec
essary software. Windows 98 provides Fast Infrared port
(4Mbps) support for IrDA-compliant devices.
To transfer files:
1 Do one of the following:
♦ If you are using a serial or parallel connection, connect the
cable.
♦ If you are using an infrared connection, position the infra
red ports of the two devices within data transfer range.
HINT: To establish the connection, the infrared ports of the
) two devices must be within three feet (one meter) of each
other, with no visible obstructions.
2 Load the transfer program on both computers.
3 Set any specific options.
4 Start the transfer.
5 When you have finished transferring files, close the programs
on both computers.
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