Toshiba Tecra 9000 User Guide - Page 132
Exchanging data with another computer, Setting up for communications
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132 Exploring Your Options Exchanging data with another computer Exchanging data with another computer To transfer a large amount of information between computers, you can use a specialized synchronization program and the computer's infrared port, or an optional port replicator's serial or parallel port. To transfer files through: ❖ The serial port, you need a null modem serial cable. ❖ The parallel port, you need a LapLink®-type parallel cable. To transfer files: 1 Connect the appropriate serial or parallel cable. 2 Load the transfer program on both computers. 3 Set any specific options. 4 Start the transfer. 5 When you have finished transferring files, close the programs on both computers. For detailed information on ways to transfer files: 1 Click Start, then Help. 2 Choose the Index tab. 3 In the dialog box, type communicating. 4 Follow the online instructions. Setting up for communications In order to connect to the Internet, use an online service, or communicate across the telephone lines with another computer, you need: ❖ A modem (one comes with your Tecra 9000 Series computer) ❖ A telephone line ❖ A browser or communications program