How does activesync move files from outlook to the PPC?

[pkny]

I have no problems syncing my phone at home but my work computer is posing a problem. The main purpose was to sync my phone to my work outlook so i can get up to date task and calender information.
I believe the main problem is that windows firewall is blocking Activesync Service Port 26675. This is a gov comp so there is no way for me or the IT to change the port settings.

I guess my question is one.
Is there a activesync alternative that would sync with a differnt port?

Or. Can i manually move .pst files from outlook into my phone and have it update my mail, calender and task?