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ron_williams
02-08-2003, 02:42 PM
I want to go wireless for email (pop3)on my HP3835 with a sierra pc card with verizon sevice. Do any of the experts have any advise?

ron

Janak Parekh
02-08-2003, 08:50 PM
I don't understand your question. Do you already have a Sierra PC card? If so, you install the drivers, plug it into the PC sleeve, and connect...

--janak

ron_williams
02-08-2003, 09:37 PM
I have not bought a sierra wirless card yet? I am considering that option. Just wanted to know how that options works. Is it that easy, plug it in and you are connected.

Ron

Janak Parekh
02-08-2003, 10:02 PM
It's supposed to be, but I haven't used it. Mind you, while this is definitely a workable solution, it's a relatively bulky one, and you need to have a separate Verizon account for the AirCard, if I remember correctly.

If you already have an Express Network-capable cell phone from Verizon, you might just want to get a data cable to connect the two. My friend does that, and it works well for him, although the cable is slightly inconvenient.

--janak

Ekkie Tepsupornchai
02-09-2003, 12:49 AM
I used to own the PC Card sleeve that would be required to support that Sierra PC card. The sleeve is EXTREMELY bulky and heavy!! The plus is that it comes with a separate battery which helps, but it's a heavy price to pay.

If you go with Janak's recommendation of a data cable, I do believe that will be easier (and more economical solution) than toting around the PC Card sleeve and Sierra card.