30 :: Setting up your computerSetting up your computerSynchronization lets you enter information on your computer (using Palm ® Desktopsoftware or Microsoft Outlook for Windows) and then efficiently transfer that info toyour Treo 650 smartphone. At the same time, changes you make on your Treo aretransferred to Palm Desktop or Microsoft Outlook. Even if you manage all yourcontacts on your Treo, synchronization is a great way to back up your info.Before you can synchronize, you need to install the desktop synchronization softwareon your computer. Even if you already own a Palm Powered ® device and haveinstalled a previous version, you must install the software that came with your Treoon the Software Installation CD.System requirementsYour computer should meet the following minimum system profiles for Windows orMac computers.Windows 2000 or XP (or later)• 32MB of available memory (RAM)• 170MB of free hard disk space• CD drive• Available USB port• USB sync cable (included with your Treo 650)Mac OS 10.2 or later• 128MB of total memory (RAM)• 190MB of free hard disk space• CD drive• USB port• USB sync cable (included with your Treo 650)IMPORTANT: If you’reupgrading from anotherPalm Powered device,follow the steps in“Upgrading from anotherPalm Powered® device” onpage 164 before you set upyour computer for your newTreo.If you want to synchronizewith another desktopsoftware program, contactthe software developer toobtain a conduit if one isavailable.CrowAce.book Page 30 Tuesday, November 9, 2004 10:02 AM
