Why am I seeing this message on my axim?

[jakobkraft]

My axim x51v actually has no problem connecting to my PC but I still get this message on my axim:

'Unable to obtain a server assigned IP address: try again later.'

I've seen other posts with people getting this message but, as a result, they're unable to connect or sync with their pc. My ppc connects every time to my pc despite this message, so it's really just an annoyance I'd like to get rid of.

Is their a simple solution to get rid of that message, since I have no connectivity issues? Thanks in advance

[jakobkraft]

Anybody...?

[ikehiker]

Some users have found the following to work (but it doesn't work for all devices):

From edge777's post

HERE IS THE SOLUTION - VERY SIMPLE!!!!!

1. Remove the Axim X51V from the cradle.
2. Edit the X51V registry (Resco or PHM will work fine, as will others).
3. Look for the registry key:
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Comm\RNDISFN1\Parms\TcpIp
Modify "EnableDHCP" from 1 to 0.
4. Quit the registry editor and soft reset the X51V.

THAT'S IT. IT'S THAT SIMPLE!!!!

You should do a backup of your PPC before making registry changes and be careful to follow the directions. You can mess up the device by messing around in the registry.

[jakobkraft]

Thank you so much - that did it perfectly!!