How to Connect to the Internet on a Dell Axim X50

Connect to the internet with an Axim X50 in a few taps of the screen.

If you own a Dell Axim X50 Pocket PC, odds are you are always on the go, making Internet access a must. Connecting to the Internet with an Axim is a bit different than connecting with a regular PC, but you are just a Wi-Fi hot spot and a few taps of the screen away from browsing the Web.

Things You'll Need

• Wi-Fi connection

Instructions

1. Turn on your Dell Axim X50 and press the "WLAN/ Bluetooth" button on the side.

2. Tap the "Start" button on the screen, then tap "Settings" and "Connection."

3. Tap "Network Cards" to bring up a list of current networks. If you have a pay Wi-Fi service or are in a Wi-Fi hot spot, a new network should appear in the "Configure Wireless Networks" window.

4. Tap on the name of the network you want to connect to. Enter in your network encryption key (if needed) and tap "Connect." Your Dell Axim X50 is now connected to the Internet.

Tips & Warnings

• If you are at a Wi-Fi hot spot, you shouldn't need to enter an encryption key unless it is a pay service. For example, some hotels require that you pay to use their Wi-Fi connection, in which case you need to contact the front desk for the encryption key.

References

• Dell: Axim X50 User's Manual
• Axim Site: Setting Up Wi-Fi