Internet with Palm Zire 72s using bluetooth

After years of trying to connect my Zire 72 to internet via bluetooth, finally I found the way !!! Yeah! For almost 2 years, I tried to configure different settings, tried to install/uninstall my bluetooth dongle driver but never have luck to get it through. Some of the website say because I am using BlueSoleil bluetooth adapter(dongle), that's why I cannot connect to internet (BlueSoleil not support Network Access profile).

The answer for all the midst is .... simply install a software called m-Router. M-Router simply act as a gateway between your bluetooth adapter and your PC LAN network, so that your Windows XP will allowed Internet connection sharing. So, doesn't matter your bluetooth adapter support Network Access profile or not.

Here is how my BlueSoleil interface look likes when connected to internet.


Just to share with you, surfing internet with Bluetooth is an extreme painful experience. The speed is a way too slow ! And the distance of the Bluetooth coverage is merely 10m ! But, is better than nothing ! Enjoy!


If you are NOT using m-Router, follow this link for how to configure your Zire 72 (applicable for most of the Palm device):

Palm Bluetooth Internet Setup

If you are using m-Router, follow this link:

Howto: Bluetooth Internet with Windows XP

If you wish to download m-Router, but unable to find it, then you can download it from here :

http://www.wgcompex.com/Downloads/mRouter3Installer.exe