Hi All,
My Orbit 2 has a faulty screen and O2 have agreed to replace my phone. The only issue I have with that is that I will have to somehow backup my data so that I can transfer it to my new phone. Whats the best software to use? Can I somehow take an image of the whole phone?
Thanks
Andy
Backing up Orbit 2
What is that you need to backup?
If you perform an active sync then all your contacts and playlists should be backed up. You only need to plug your device into your pc's usb port for the sync to be completed.
If you use your storage card for storing all your other data then you shouldn't have a problem.
If the data is elsewhere on the phone then use 'explore this device' from your pc's desktop sync window to transfer that data to your computer before returning the phone to O2.
Well, if only screen is faulty and device works, you might try MyMobileR http://www.mymobiler.com/ for remote control., and PPC PIM Backup http://www.pocketpcfreewares.com/en/index.php?soft=1806 for backup.
However, I am using both programs, but in "normal" conditions, where device is functioning normally.
If yours is anything like mine which also came from O2, they supplied Sprite Back up with it on CD, that'll do a full back up for you.
But if the screen is toast you may still need some remote software to help view the Orbit.
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I'm really at a loss here. My XDA is not syncing through the cradle anymore. I plug it in and activesync pops up, tries to connect, but on the PC there is no detection at all. I tried to setup activesync on 3 different PC's but none detects the XDA. It detects "new device", "HTPC device" etc. Installs all the drivers but fails to connect together.
I didn't change anything on the XDA from "working sync" to the "not working sync". One day it apparently thought "enough already". :?
Is there a way to reset the activesync settings (if there is such a thing) on the XDA? Or is there another solution?
Maybe I should use an older version of the activesync (if so, where to find old versions?)?
Thanks.
make sure it's ActiveSync 3.7.1 ... on the xda side, ActiveSync -> tools -> options -> PC -> options -> Enable PC sync using USB
Try to reset the partnership.
IF still suffering from the same problem, try to backup your data (FULL BACKUP) then hard reset your device & put it in the cradle, if it worked out, then the problem is in your XDA side's ActiveSync, you can easily revert your old windows since you've backed it up! If this happens, the try SpriteBackup version 3.0, backup everything, and hard reset your device, then restore only the emails, sms, databases, everything except the system files (which are corrupted on your current installed windows).
ChEeR uP
Finally I will have some time tomorrow to try your solutions.
I only need to save the SMS', and I do need the contacts and contact list saved. I just beamed them via the infra port to the PC. Each contact was saved as a .vcf file. This way I can send back the contacts to the XDA when done with the hard reset? How to backup the SMS data?
As long as the contacts are safe, then I don't mind trying any and all solutions to get this thing working again to 100%.
By the way. I did try to reset the partnership, and it didn't work.
Which ROM should I use after hard resetting the device? Any advice?
Fairly good..
Use ROM 4.01.16 (its the latest)
A hard reset fixed the activesync trouble. Thanks for the suggestion.
However, the volume the XDA now outputs is fairly low (on maximum volume settings "incall"). Much lower than before and a fair bit lower than my XDA2's volume. This in itself poses no trouble while speaking on the phone indoors, but as it is I'm not a housecat. Outside, with some ambient noises, I can not hear what is said in the earpiece. Using a headset makes the volumes audible, but causes other hassles, like having to plug the headset in and out like mad.
Also, I'm having some trouble finding roms. Actually, I can't find a reliable source anywhere. Where can I download the latest XDA1 rom (4.01.16)? And which is the best way of upgrading without cocking up the XDA?
Thanks a bunch to whomever helps me out
Hi folks
I'm waiting on a nice shiny new Samsung Omnia arriving from my mobile provider, but in the meantime I'm still using my old HTC Trinity handset... and have managed to break the screen on it. I'd love to recover my data, but ActiveSync hasn't managed to get my contacts into Outlook and I don't think it can get my SMS.
Any ideas on how I can recover my data, preferably in a way that I can then put it onto the new Omnia when it arrives?
Thanks in advance for help everyone!
Uso SOTI controller or whatever it's called to see the PPC screen on the PC screen. Navigate using PC mouse etc.
HTH
Joe
joebongo said:
Uso SOTI controller or whatever it's called to see the PPC screen on the PC screen. Navigate using PC mouse etc.
HTH
Joe
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QFT. Use SOTI Pocket Controller (which you can download a trial for free from SOTI's website) and you can control your PPC on your PC's screen.
^^ What they said, but use MyMobiler (which is free forever ) from here.
Also you should be able to use ActiveSync/Explore to install DotFred's PPCPimBackup (here) - it's just an .EXE you need to copy somewhere on your Trinity, then run it (using the MyMobiler screen to guide you) and backup all your contacts and SMS messages (and calendar, tasks etc. if you wish) - if you have a lot of contacts/messages, make sure you un-tick the "use memory for temporary files" option.
The resultant backup file can then be copied back to your desktop PC and you can perform the reverse operation - with or without the help of MyMobiler - when your Omnia arrives.
Cheers,
Mark.
I am in the same situation.
I had an Eten device before and now have a Diamond.
The problem is that the screen is broken and most (all ?) of the controlling apps need a software PPC-side, and without screen it's quite hard to install.
As long as MyMobiler can establish an ActiveSync-type connection with the phone (i.e. if you've got the phone and PC connected via A/S) you'll be fine - MyMobiler will install the software on the phone itself....I don't even think it asks any questions.
Mark.
Mark Crouch said:
^^ What they said, but use MyMobiler (which is free forever ) from here.
Also you should be able to use ActiveSync/Explore to install DotFred's PPCPimBackup (here) - it's just an .EXE you need to copy somewhere on your Trinity, then run it (using the MyMobiler screen to guide you) and backup all your contacts and SMS messages (and calendar, tasks etc. if you wish) - if you have a lot of contacts/messages, make sure you un-tick the "use memory for temporary files" option.
The resultant backup file can then be copied back to your desktop PC and you can perform the reverse operation - with or without the help of MyMobiler - when your Omnia arrives.
Cheers,
Mark.
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Thanks, I'd not heard of MyMobiler but I just downloaded it and it connects to my phone quickly and automatically without even having to set it up in the first place. Nice one.
Hi. I accidently cracked the screen on my s740 and now i need to extract my sms from the phone. I have already installed my mobile, but the damn program doesent seem to work. I have win xp, but when the phone syncs to my computer, my mobile says: "Not connected" -> "Connecting" -> "Running on your mobile" -> "Not conneted".
It is slow as hell and doesent respond in windows, it doesnt seem to be able to connect to my phone.
So, here is the deal, my screen is busted, and i have a very important sms in my phone that i HAVE to extract from the phone.
So, can i copy some file from the phone, containing all the smses and then extract in windows on my computer? If not, how am i supposed to do? PIM Backup can only be run on the phone and my screen is cracked.
Please HELP!
IT IS URGENT!
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Hi. I accidently cracked the screen on my s740 and now i need to extract my sms from the phone. I have already installed my mobile, but the damn program doesent seem to work. I have win xp, but when the phone syncs to my computer, my mobile says: "Not connected" -> "Connecting" -> "Running on your mobile" -> "Not conneted".
It is slow as hell and doesent respond in windows, it doesnt seem to be able to connect to my phone.
So, here is the deal, my screen is busted, and i have a very important sms in my phone that i HAVE to extract from the phone.
So, can i copy some file from the phone, containing all the smses and then extract in windows on my computer? If not, how am i supposed to do? PIM Backup can only be run on the phone and my screen is cracked.
Please HELP!
IT IS URGENT!
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Try this...right click on the my mobiler icon in your pc's taskbar, choose "configure mobile", then "install". Sometimes I've had to manually force that step to get it to allow connection.
EDIT: also, is it making a solid activesync connection to begin with?
Reviving an old thread
What happens if I can't make an activesync connection? I think at some point I disabled the auto-connect on the phone and now it may require my input to connect.
(Its an elfin with one of the latest onyx roms)
Hi Guys,
I'm Using an HTC HD?
My touch screen and LCD screen NOt working! Phone Switches ON and comes to standby mode. (i hear all the booting dings and dong melodies)
I neeed to take a backup of my device. to do so i thought i'll use my mobiler and see the phone screen through the PC! unfortunately the last time i used i used the phone as the 'storage device' option. so every time i connec the phone to the pc windows open up my phone's storage card.
Is there a possibility i can change this back to active sync without using the phone's screen.
Or are there any other suggestions for me to take a full backup??
Hey there,
The solution to your problem is pretty simple. Goto settings/all settings/connections/usb to pc and check active sync ( i always select ask me every time as i use all diferent options).
You will then be able to active sync no problems.
Word of caution though, if you back up everything including registry, you may re-introduce the problem when you restore your backup (as an app maybe causing this conflict), so you may be best to do a selected backup or just backup you contacts and emails using PIM backup.
Good luck.
Hi XDA experts.
I have found myself in a bit of a quandry.
My HTC Ignito touchscreen failed while I was on holiday. ( no entry possible at all =-(
I just go back, and have been trying to backup the phone.
I have read all the threads I can find on the subject, and tried to install EveryWAN and Mymobilier software. The problem I have is that the device is stuck in HDD mode, as I set it to go to that mode automatically ( with hindsight a stupid move......)
Therefore EveryWan and MyMobiler will not connect to the phone.
I want to backup my contacts and download the holiday pictures.
I have seen some mention of adding a file to folder 2577 on the HDD to autorun, is it possible to use this trick to set the device to activesync ?
I am a programmer by trade, so dont be afraid to suggest something complicated and off the wall, I will try anything to get my contacts back !
I have ordered a new HTC Desire to replace it, maybe there is a way to swap data across directly ?
I have been on to HTC Support, and they are out of ideas, they say there is no way to change the activesync mode remotely =-(
Looks like i am screwed =-(
Hi folks
I have a HTC Touch Pro, with a dead screen. It simply won't turn on at all, but I can still hear it boot up and answer phonecalls though. There's no led indicator on the keyboard anymore either and neither does it show the charging light. Basicly all lights are off. Even tried hardresetting, but still absolutely nothing is visible
What I'd like to know if it's possible to make a full backup of the phone to the sd card, as I have another working Touch Pro, that I could restore this backup to then. I've tried connecting the phone to the PC via Activesync, but Windows doesn't recognise the "USB device" and hence Activesync won't sync. I was originaly thinking of using MyMobiler to view what was going on on the phone and take a backup from there, but I'm running out of options now
I really hope someone out there could have a solution so I might recover some of the photo's that are still lying on the device.
Thanks for your interest