Here at Palm we want to make sure you get the best experience possible with your LifeDrive mobile manager. To help make that happen we have released a new update to the LifeDrive mobile manager.
This software update (version 2.0) provides a variety of enhancements for:
Wi-Fi coverage in low signal areas
Roaming performance
File system stability
Sound quality when listening to MP3 files
More flexible multimedia functionality, including file transmission over wireless connections, file saving, and faster recording and playback
Browser performance, including more efficient, faster page rendering
The VersaMail® application to version 3.1C for large document attachments
The Docs To Go application version 7.006
New hard reset option to erase Program Memory but not Internal Drive contents more info
Also included from the LifeDrive Update 1.0 (previously released June 2005)
Fixes intermittent connectivity issues with these Wi-Fi routers:
Linksys WRT54G Wireless-G Broadband Router
Belkin High-Speed Mode Wireless G Router
Do I already have the update?
Your LifeDrive mobile manager may already include the latest software: Click here to find out.
The LifeDrive Update 2.0 will change the permanent (ROM) software in your mobile manager. Please set aside at least 20 minutes to complete the update process.
Caution: This update will erase all data in Program Memory. Read the instructions in the installer carefully; they will guide you through backing up and restoring your personal data.
After the update, you'll restore your data from these backups. However, some third-party applications change the way your device backs up data. Other third-party applications do not back up data. If you have third-party software on your device, please contact the developer to learn what components are backed up during a HotSync operation, and if HotSync conduits are altered. Any data not backed up will be lost.
This update does not erase the contents of your Internal Drive (pictures, music and documents) or an inserted expansion card.
You must have synchronised at least once with your PC before you can install the update (i.e. a user folder for the device exists on the computer).
Battery is fully charged and device is connected to a power supply.
Note: This update cannot be installed with LifeDrive Manager to your device's hard drive. It must be installed to Program Memory through a HotSync operation. Complete instructions below.
Double-click the file you unzipped: LifeDrive_Update_2_0_CN_win.exe.
Carefully follow all instructions in the installer, including a HotSync operation to back up data.
The update will auto-start after you sync (as instructed by the installer). Do not disconnect your power cable during the process.
Note: During the update process, your device may reset several times. This is normal. If your device takes more than 30 seconds to turn back on, or will not power on, perform a soft reset.
When the update is complete, your device will ask you to tap a series of targets. Do this, then set the time and date on your device. Then select Done.
After the update finishes on your device, the installer will ask you to perform another HotSync operation to restore your data. Important: When asked for your user name, select the same user name that you looked up earlier. The backed up personal data and applications will be restored to your device.
Restore Data
The installer includes a final HotSync operation to restore your personal data and applications in Program Memory, If you need help with HotSync, start here.
If you have paired Bluetooth wireless devices, you will need to re-pair those devices now. The secure pairing files are not backed up or restored with synchronization.
Download SplashMoney
After installing the LifeDrive Update 2.0, you are eligible for a copy of SplashMoney. Download now Mobile manager software only. Desktop software sold separately. LifeDrive mobile manager serial number required for download.
