SPV as modem for PPC?

[Guest smeg36]

Obviously, a smartphone can access the internet on the phone, that is one of the main reasons I am getting it. However, when I am going to be browsing for a while, it would be easier to have the 3.5" screen of my Axim.

I read here that the SPV can be used as a modem for my laptop, and I am planning on using that when I have my laptop with me, but I don't always. What I was wondering is if it is possible to use it as a modem with my Axim. If so, what is the best method, or are there more than one methods. Can I use the IR port? Is there an Axim to SPV cable as with other cell phones? Thanks for any help you guys can offer.

[Guest budda]

Check out the "Modem Link" accessory installed on the phone under programs->Accessories->modem link

The connection options are serial, Ir or USB.

[Guest 802256]

Anyone who knows a suitable USB modem drivers for SPV that works with Windows XP? I tried one from www.coolsmartphone.com, but Windows XP did not recognize the driver during manual modem installation.

[Guest smeg36]

I went to the Articles forum, and there was one there about using the SPV as a USB Modem. That is where I got the driver for my XP laptop, and it is working great for me.

[Guest awarner [MVP]]

If you get the AXIM to talk to the phone at all you are doing well :)

If you manage it, let us know as there are quite a few AXIM owners here who have tried and failed (using IR)

Posted from my AXIM

[Guest smeg36]

I have had no success getting my Ax to work at all yet. They seem to realize each other are there, and establish a connection, but they won't send any info to each other. Have you been to Aximsite? This is my second home now, right after them.

[Guest awarner [MVP]]

Been there a few times, but as it's mainly US based not many people there with Smartphones. (not been there for a while though)

[Guest smeg36]

True, not many smartphones at all. Actually, I don't know of any. I had to work with the Admin to get the mobile site to work with smartphone browsers because they weren't originally. I found a new method that may work to get my Ax connected through my SPV, so I will try it out today when I go into town and get a signal. I will post me results.

[Guest revolution.cx]

It works!

I have the latest ROM update for the SPV (wow what a difference).

An Axim X5 with the Windows Mobile Pocket PC 2003 upgrade.

On SPV:

Accessories->Modem Link

Choose IRCOM

Choose Activate

On Axim:

Create a new modem connection, choose "Generic IRDA".

I'm in the US using T-Mobile with unlimited GPRS for $10/month. I just entered *99# for the phone number to dial. No user name or password.

Hit OK or Connect and bango, you're on!

Those jokers at T-mobile have HTTPS and Terminal Services ports blocked though. Have to pony up another $5 or $10 a month to get them unblocked I believe.

Anyway, it works great. So I can travel with my SPV and either my Axim (ir modem) or laptop (usb modem cable). Too bad I can't use the IR keyboard on the Axim at the same time as the SPV is connected.