130 ActiveSync / Get Connected Process
MX7 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX7RG-B
Backup MX7 Files
Use the following to backup data files from the MX7 to a desktop or laptop PC using the
appropriate cables and Microsoft's ActiveSync.
Prerequisites
Initial ActiveSync partnership between the MX7 and the target PC has been completed. After the
partnership has been established with the mobile device and the host computer, ActiveSync can be
performed over Serial, USB, or radio (RF).
Figure 3-41 ActiveSync Connection Settings on a Windows PC
MX7 and PC Partnership
An ActiveSync partnership between the PC and MX7 has been established. See section “Initial
Setup”.
Serial Port Transfer
• A PC with an available serial port and an MX7 with a serial cable. The desktop or laptop
PC must be running Windows 95, 98, NT, 2000 or XP.
• “Allow serial cable or infrared connection to this COM port” is checked.
• Null modem cable with all control lines connected. LXE recommends using the RS-232
cable listed in the following section “Connect”..
USB Transfer
• A PC with an available USB port and an MX7 with a USB cable. The desktop or laptop PC
must be running Windows 98 SR2, Windows 2000 or Windows XP.
• LXE-specific USB cable as listed in the following section “Connect”.
• “Allow USB connection with this desktop computer” is checked.
