176 :: Synchronization (HotSync)Synchronization (HotSync)Synchronization lets you back up your Treo information onto your computer. If you everneed to perform a hard reset or otherwise erase all your information on your Treo, youcan synchronize your phone with your computer to restore the info. To make sure youalways have an up-to-date backup of your info; synchronize frequently.Before you attempt to synchronize, make sure you’ve installed the desktopsynchronization software from the palmOne Software Installation CD.Palm Desktop does not respond to HotSync attemptAs you complete the following steps, synchronize after each step. If thesynchronization is successful, you do not need to complete the remaining steps.1. Verify that the USB sync cable is securely connected at all points (see “Setting upyour computer” on page 30).2. Make sure that HotSync Manager is running:• Windows: Click the HotSync Manager icon in the lower-right corner andmake sure Local USB is checked. If you don’t see the HotSync Manager icon,click Start, select Programs, select palmOne, and then select HotSync Manager.• Mac: Find the Palm folder on your Mac hard drive. Double-click the HotSyncManager icon in the Palm folder. In the Connection Settings panel, set theLocal Setup Port to palmOne USB.Every device needs aunique name. Neversynchronize more than onedevice to the sameusername on yourcomputer.
