AMBERR46

Is the axim able to connect to the web anywhere or must you be near a networking area?

I've called Dell numerous times on this and have been told yes and no. I'm confused. If it has the capability, I would like to know what I need to purchase to get started. Can someone help me?

Thanks.

deftech

To access from anywhere, you need to have some sort of cellular connection. This is available in a few ways:

• Hook your cell phone to the Axim with a data cable (like those at Gomadic).
• Connect your cell phone to Axim via Infrared (if your cell phone has this)
• Connect your cell phone to Axim via Bluetooth (if your cell phone has this; you would also need a Bluetooth CompactFlash (CF) card for your Axim)
• Get a cellular CF card for your Axim, to avoid having to connect it to your cell phone. These cards are the more expensive option, and usually require you to purchase a data plan through your cellular company.

If you want to connect just near a wireless networking site, simply pick up a Wireless LAN CF card. There have been numerous reports that the Dell TrueMobile Wireless LAN card has a shorter range than others on the market, so you might look into other brands of them like Socket, D-Link, Linksys, Ambicom, Netgear, or others.

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Email: jordan AT aximsite.com

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AMBERR46

Jordan,

Thanks for all your help. You are a lifesaver. You won't believe the run around Dell was giving me. It was a shame. Every time I called each representative would tell me differently from the last representative.

I will look into the options you have provided.

Thanks again.

Lisa