Setup Guide - Sync Windows Mobile via USB

Have you backed up your database? Click here for instructions how

Starting Out

In order to sync with a USB connection you will need to:

1. Install CompanionLink on your PC

Installing the Software

Installing CompanionLink

For help finding the version of CompanionLink that is right for you click here

Click here for instructions on installing CompanionLink

Registering CompanionLink

CompanionLink is registered from within the software and requires an internet connect in order to verify your license. For more information click Here

Configuring your Sync

Back up your Data

CompanionLink cannot be held responsible for any data corruption or data loss that may occur in conjunction with our software. CompanionLink highly recommends backing up your PC database before performing a sync and on a regular basis.

Click here for instructions on backing up your database

Configuring Windows Mobile Device Center

Ensure that CompanionLink is Closed
Open Windows Mobile Device Center
Go to Mobile Device Settings -> End a partnership
Select each partnership and click 'End Partnership' until none are remaining. Click Back.
Connect the handheld.
Select 'Set up your device'.
Select 'Yes, I want to synchronize with only this one computer' and click Next.
Uncheck all options at the 'What kinds of items do you want to sync?' screen. No boxes should be checked.
Click Next.
Create a name for the partnership, or leave it at the default. Take note of this name.
Click Setup.
Once Windows Mobile Device Center says 'Connected', disconnect the handheld.