Anyone know how to set XDA-ORBIT into mass storage mode ?
Program I need to update regularly will not use ActiveSync
and its such a pain to remove storage card and insert in card reader and then put back in orbit
Thanks for help
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=287482&highlight=mass+storage
curtisy of search forum for "mass storage"
CardExport is the most reliable, but needs purchase.
WM5Storage is free, but you'll need to sign up at Modaco or you can't download it.
The third way is to completely turn off ALL syncing options in ASync (which I do - it will still let you connect), or connect as Guest (which I do in the office). This is easier, requiring no other setup, but the transfer speed's slower because the Async converter runs even if you tell it not to convert anything.
Already connected as guest, and disabled all syncing options
but smart2go maploader wont see the Orbit
I will have to try WM5storage
Thanks for assistance
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Hi Everyone,
Does anyone know of an app that makes the 'My Device' a drive for the computer, like WM5torage does with the memory card?...Or a program for the computer that recognises the device as a drive?
Thanks
Hi,
you can use WMStorage for this, just change the device in WMStorage from "MemoryCard" to the other option.
Best regards,
tsfnet
tsfnet said:
you can use WMStorage for this, just change the device in WMStorage from "MemoryCard" to the other option.
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thanks, but this didn't work for me, it just freezes my phone.
Hmmm
Unlike ActiveSync, WM5torage requires exclusive access to the storage medium. When you select Storage Card in WM5torage to be used as a USB Mass Storage device, the PPC looses access to it. If you have a program running from the Storage Card while trying to activate WM5torage you get an error message saying that the Storage Card is in use by an application and that it must be shutdown before WM5torage initiates access to the Storage Card.
Since the OS runs off the PPC Non Volatile memory, I don't think it is possible to get WM5torage to use the phone memory as a USB Mass Storage Device.
Not to mention that mostly "internal" file system uses special customized file systems - not FAT or NTFS, so even if drive is exported, windows are unable to actually see files on it.
Though I think it was reported somewhat working an at least one device (the one that had FAT as internal FS i presume), but it had to be done carefully and after device needed to be rebooted anyway, as OS lost connection to some vital data files during dismount.
Everytime I browse the files that are in my memory card of my pocketPC phone the windows explorer behavior is odd.
For example - when i click on a picture (locatsed on my card) i don't see it, it just shows a property screen insted.
Another example is when i copy files from pocket-pc to pc i dont see the files on my pc (the other way around works)
anyone know why is that?
This is the default behavior if you're browsing files in the PPC with Activesync. Use WM5Storage to turn your PPC into a flash drive and then browsing will be normal.
thanks for the prompt reply - unfortunately it doesn;'t work on my i780.
the PC seemed to recognize it but i don't get a new drive to browse the files on My Computer (running windows xp)
Under Settings | Connections make sure you have 'Enable advanced network fuctionality' unchecked.
it was unchecked.
Now after playing with th program- i cannot even hot sync...blah, nothing works.
under activeSync-->Connection i have only blanks.
Isn't this app the same as enabling USB Mass storage under the USB Connection shortcut?
ofird said:
it was unchecked.
Now after playing with th program- i cannot even hot sync...blah, nothing works.
under activeSync-->Connection i have only blanks.
Isn't this app the same as enabling USB Mass storage under the USB Connection shortcut?
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Yes. In that case uninstall WM5Storage and us that option to turn your PPC into a flash drive for PC. By the way, using WM5Storage you can switch between Activesync connection and USB Storage , the same as with that option provided in your ROM. The point is your PPC can eoither be flash drive or a PPC (Activesync, etc.) but not both at the same time.
Another thing you might want to check is that Windows sometimes doesn't assign a drive letter to a new flash, so you must go into CONTROL PANEL-ADMINISTRATIVE TOOLS-COMPUTER MANAGEMENT-DISK MANAGEMENT and manually assign an unused letter to that flash drive. This happens to me often.
thanks - i will give it a shot
Guys - bad news.
Now i can see my card as Mass Storage (after slected in USB Connection) but I cannot do activesync via the cable (only via bluetooth)
Anyone has a clue how do you restore my connection back - wm5storage have removed it from "activeSync-->Connection".
:-(
ofird said:
Guys - bad news.
Now i can see my card as Mass Storage (after slected in USB Connection) but I cannot do activesync via the cable (only via bluetooth)
Anyone has a clue how do you restore my connection back - wm5storage have removed it from "activeSync-->Connection".
:-(
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This is they way is supposed to happen. If you use your phone as a Mass Storage card reader, you CAN'T do Activesync and viceversa. I don't have that USB2PC setting, but I imagine if you un-select it you'll get back your normal Activesync function.
Hey!
Well I have the following problem, which is most annoying, since it disables me from transfering some things I need.
The deal is: Whenever I switch to Mass storage mode (connection to the PC), I can't transfer any files to my Omnia. When using the phone in this mode (while being connected to the PC), it becomes less responsive. When I use the computer and say.. try to transfer some files.. "My Computer" won't even open for me to access the mobile phone.
And when I switch to Active Sync, I can acces my storage card without any problems, transfer files, watch movies etc..
Now I've searched for a solution, but haven't come up with any, so please, help me out
Thanks!
I apologize in advance if this has been asked before, but I couldn't think of any good search terms for this.
Why is it that when I connect my VZW TP2 and use active sync to transfer files over from my PC, it only connects at 10 mbps. I have plenty of other USB 2.0 devices that work properly and I would hope that by now, smartphones have a 2.0 port. Anyone have an answer for this?
Are you trying to save to a storage card or to the device? I have a storage card and when you connect the TP2 to your pc while it has a storage card in it, I get an option to connect with activesync or connect as a disk drive. If I select a disk drive then the speed is much faster then with an activesync connection. I only use the activesync connection if i am going to sync my contacts and calendar. Unfortunately you do not get this option if you do not have a storage card in the TP2.
Yes I have seen that screen, just never thought those would be related. I will look into that, but it just seems weird. I had the same problem with my XV6800 and that didn't give me any option for just a disk mode. Any other thoughts as to why that is? Limitation of winmo 6.1?
Taintor said:
Yes I have seen that screen, just never thought those would be related. I will look into that, but it just seems weird. I had the same problem with my XV6800 and that didn't give me any option for just a disk mode. Any other thoughts as to why that is? Limitation of winmo 6.1?
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No its not a limitation of winmo 6.1 it's a new option that was added later on during development. You would see it in newer builds and custom ROMs
I am looking for a tweak\tool\registry hack (if possible) to have a Charge Only Mode for Windows Mobile 6.5 if at all it is possible. Most of the times, I am at office using my HD2 (Dual boot with 6.5 and DarkStone Android ) connected to the Laptop and it would be great if I can just connect it to my laptop without choosing either of the three options
1. ActiveSync
2. USB Storage Mode
3. Internet Sharing
P.S : I did lot of search for this option but was unable to find it and hence started this thread...but I will be more than happy if anyone can redirect me to an existing thread if any, for the same issue.
When your phone is charging off the laptop do you actually use any apps on it?
I'm like you in that I spend 2 days a week with my phone charging from the laptop, but I never use it for anything other than phone calls, so selecting disk drive does the job for me.
Any apps I'd need, I'd make sure were installed on the device.
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I am looking for a tweak\tool\registry hack (if possible) to have a Charge Only Mode for Windows Mobile 6.5 if at all it is possible. Most of the times, I am at office using my HD2 (Dual boot with 6.5 and DarkStone Android ) connected to the Laptop and it would be great if I can just connect it to my laptop without choosing either of the three options
1. ActiveSync
2. USB Storage Mode
3. Internet Sharing
P.S : I did lot of search for this option but was unable to find it and hence started this thread...but I will be more than happy if anyone can redirect me to an existing thread if any, for the same issue.
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Better use the active sync or the mass storage mode..As it is you wont be needing to install apps on your memory card thanks to the massive storage of the HD2 compared to the older WM devices...This shouldn't be a problem IMHO...
Cheers.
Ive got a really easy fix for this, just use a different cable, you can get cables or adaptors that will charge only and wont sync. When you want to sync just change the cable or take off the adaptor.
btw... such an adaptor is only £2.50 from amazon for my phone
bamit99 said:
...it would be great if I can just connect it to my laptop without choosing either of the three options
1. ActiveSync
2. USB Storage Mode
3. Internet Sharing
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This doesn't stop the action as such, but when you connect your phone to PC, with the 3 options you listed, there should be a a check box at the bottom "Don't ask me again", so whatever you choose will automatically happen next time (choosing USB storage will therefore not ativate ActiveSync/Device Centre on your PC. This can also be found under Settings->Other (miscellaneous settings)->USB to PC (see attachment).
Or, just use a wall socket charger?
Hi,
Thanks for your replies ! The reason I asked this question is because I do not have a Data Plan on Phone. I only use Wifi at home and office and Active Sync kills it. Data storage mode won't let me use the Storage which I kinda need (Don't ask me why? ) and ofcourse Internet sharing Mode just sends the phone into a crazy 'Connecting 3G Network'...loop.
Anyways, I think using the Charge Only Cable should do the trick for now..But I still feel that this mode will be helpful for few rares like me...Love tis mode in Android.
bamit99 said:
Hi,
Thanks for your replies ! The reason I asked this question is because I do not have a Data Plan on Phone. I only use Wifi at home and office and Active Sync kills it. Data storage mode won't let me use the Storage which I kinda need (Don't ask me why? ) and ofcourse Internet sharing Mode just sends the phone into a crazy 'Connecting 3G Network'...loop.
Anyways, I think using the Charge Only Cable should do the trick for now..But I still feel that this mode will be helpful for few rares like me...Love tis mode in Android.
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ActiveSync does not kill my Wifi - make sure the 'Allow wireless connections on device...' is checked under File->Connections Settings. Also ActiveSync should allow your phone to use your PC's internet connection (pass through) anyway.
The other thing to try is to delete the mobile device from within ActiveSsync as if you've never synced it before and when you next connect it it will ask you to set up a relationship but click cancel and - viola - should now just charge.
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ActiveSync does not kill my Wifi - make sure the 'Allow wireless connections on device...' is checked under File->Connections Settings. Also ActiveSync should allow your phone to use your PC's internet connection (pass through) anyway.
The other thing to try is to delete the mobile device from within ActiveSsync as if you've never synced it before and when you next connect it it will ask you to set up a relationship but click cancel and - viola - should now just charge.
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No "Allow Wireless Connection on Device" option. I am using Windows 7.. Not sure if it is present in WMDC.
ActiveSync Passthrough does not work..I am on a encrypted network with authentication based Proxies..whole bunch of them.....
I do not want to kill the ActiveSync relationship since it syncs everything with my PC.
I think I am bothering a lot over this stupid requirement.. so I will just close this thread (If I can) but if I find anything I will post it here, for someone else who might be in similar situation.
Thanks anyways...XDA rocks !!!
Similar issue like mine
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http://www.modaco.com/content/pocke...ync-connection-blocking-wireless-connections/