Hi
I'm having a big problem restoring backup data on my Touch Cruise after installing the Windows Mobile 6.1 upgrade.
I took a backup before the 6.1 upgrade with the Sprite Backup Software that was with the phone when I bought it, but when I try to restore the data, the phone just freeze - and it seems that it is because the original Sprite Backup software doesn't work with 6.1.
I have then tried to buy the newest Sprite Backup Software (version 6.5.2), because it was supposed to have a feature to backup acros different ROM types. But when I find the backup file from the original Sprite Software tool, I get the message "The selected backup file was created using a different version of the Sprite Backup (1%) and is incompatible with your current version (6,5,2, build 102).
So in other words, I can't use the original provide backup tool to restore my data from windows mobil 6.0 to 6.1, and I can't use the new software either.
What can I do to restore that data? There have been no warning on the HTC website when downloading the ROM upgrade that you couldn't restore the backup data - and I'm using the backup tool that was on the CD, when I bought the phone.
I surely hope that there is some way to restore that backup data, because it contains important information about contacts and settings. If there isn't a fix then I would like to know how to restore Windows Mobile 6 on the phone, because this seems to be the only version that allows me to use the Sprite Backup tool to restore my backup data. But I don't know if that is possible (and if there is a danish version of the old WM6?).
Any help restoring the data or getting back to WM6 is VERY appreciated. THANK!
PS: I'm not very technical, so please "spell it out for me" what to do
Download the original WM6 rom, then run PPC Pimbackup to back up your PIM information, then install the WM6.1 rom, then restore the data using Pimbackup. (Free)
Nick
DOnt Panic is correct in what he says, but for your future info, you cannot restore backups from one rom to another, that is 6.0 to 6.1 or whatever. It is not the fault of sprite backup so get your money back
Downsoad official 6.0 rom from HTC (or the rom u had before). Restore your backup (this will now work with ur original rom).
Once you have all your info back, download PIM Backup from here. Backup your contacts, emails files etc but NOT system settings.
FLash your new rom and restore backup using PIM backup and happy days
PIM backup is good for this. Make sure you keep ur sprite backup u did safe, it is a good way of getting back to a good working place.
WHen you have your new rom clean, with contacts, do another backup using Sprite and keep it, clean backups done just after a flash (once contacts are on etc) are a handy tool to keep on sd card, saves doing a hardrest!
timmymarsh said:
DOnt Panic is correct in what he says, but for your future info, you cannot restore backups from one rom to another, that is 6.0 to 6.1 or whatever. It is not the fault of sprite backup so get your money back.....
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timmymarsh... Just to point out that SPB Backup has a very clever backup process between ROMS. I used it between WM6 and WM6.1 (OK so it's not the best) but between std wm6.1 and custom it worked a dream...
Nev
Neville.Holland said:
timmymarsh... Just to point out that SPB Backup has a very clever backup process between ROMS. I used it between WM6 and WM6.1 (OK so it's not the best) but between std wm6.1 and custom it worked a dream...
Nev
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Fair play, u learn something new every day although personally if i had to rely on it (100% relyability), id do it my way, but the info is appreciated
Related
Hi guys,
I am considering to upgrade to the latest rom. Before I start with the procedure I have just one question:
Is it possible to backup te device before upgrading with ActiveSync or sprite backup and restore after the rom upgrade?
I did it with Sprite Backup, no problem....
soft reset/backup/update ROM/reinstall sprite backup/restore
Many people think it's not a good idea to restore after a ROM-upgrade. The ROM-upgrade upgrades several (system)files, and with a restore you overwrite them with the original files!? That's the theory I think, I don't know if this is true...
That's true, but Sprite backup has a special feature called 'Device upgrade mode' to
Safely restore across ROM upgrades or to different models of device
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http://www.spritesoftware.com/en/personal/products/windows_mobile/pocket_pc.htm
I used it on my S100 and everything works fine.... for the moment...
you could also do a selective restore and choose not to restore windows folder, but do restore everything else?
V
After getting a license for 30 dollar I used Sprite backup to use a full backup and a full restore using the option "Enable Device Upgrade mode".
Worked perfect for me!
Another nice thing about Sprite backup is the scheduled backup function.
Happy 4 you, then
Just wondering how many of you update your ROMs so frequently. Do you attempt a restore, and if so, do you use Sprite or SPB?
I am using SPB Backup but occured an error while restoring 2.3 contacts on 3.3 AKU. Contacts won't open after that, so you have to backup it via .csv
Well, I have all PIM data on Exchange server.... how about apps? Does that usually work fine?
There was a thread here somewhere about pim.vol format being different in AKU 3.x from 2.X
I believe this is the source of the error with contacts.
Just thought you should know...
Sprite backup has a tool which can do a backup and then restore after a rom update.
However, before you do that you have to run another program which scans the whole OS or something. And then when you restore it looks for certain changes.
Reading the forums over on Sprite backup site should give more information about this subject.
However, don't do like me. Backup with sprite and forget to make the OS upgrade thingy
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Just wondering how many of you update your ROMs so frequently. Do you attempt a restore, and if so, do you use Sprite or SPB?
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Sprite is currently the only app that restore after a ROM upgrade, I suggest you read the FAQ on Upgrade mode on their website BEFORE you upgrade your device, as most ppl who have issues dont read the FAQ and upgrade before finding out they have to do some preparation. THe user guide also has instructions on upgrade mode but you still need to download the util off the website
Hi everybody.
I upgraded from a wm5 rom to a wm6 one, I have made a full backup with spb backup and then, when upgraded, restored everyting in the wm6 rom.
Everything goes well, but when I try to open contacts and sms windows, I can see nothing... Nobody can help me?
Thanks so much...
um.. u cant do that from 5 to 6.. u should of used pimbackup 1.9 to backup ur txts and PIM info..
mayone said:
Hi everybody.
I upgraded from a wm5 rom to a wm6 one, I have made a full backup with spb backup and then, when upgraded, restored everyting in the wm6 rom.
Everything goes well, but when I try to open contacts and sms windows, I can see nothing... Nobody can help me?
Thanks so much...
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You can't restore a full backup from spb backup type utilities from one rom to a different rom (and especially from WM5 to WM6 sinc the PIM is completely different between WM5 and WM6).
Here's my suggestion to you, Go back to WM5 (same rom you had before) and then restore your spb backup to put you back to where you started. Then get a copy of PIM Backup and install it (its just an exe that you run so put it on you SD card so you always have it between rom flashes). Use that to backup your contacts, SMS, MMS, call logs, etc. Now flash to WM6 and then install and restore your PIM backup file you just took. You will then need to reinstall all of your apps and such that you want to run on WM6, but your call logs, sms, etc will all be over on WM6 and working.
So remember, SPB backup (and the like) are only good for backing up and restoring on THE SAME ROM (so don't even try using it between two different WM6 roms or two different WM5 roms as that won't work and will cause you all sorts of grief).
I also tried with pim backup, but I can't see sms too... Is there differents way to export or just one way?
today i was happy cooking my WM6 ROM and upgrading my device..before this i backed up my contacts using SPB Backup, but i fail to restore them on WM6
I searched and found that this is a compatability problem,, so what is the solution now??? did i loose my contacts info?
help pleeeeeeeeeeeeeeeez
mohgdeisat said:
today i was happy cooking my WM6 ROM and upgrading my device..before this i backed up my contacts using SPB Backup, but i fail to restore them on WM6
I searched and found that this is a compatability problem,, so what is the solution now??? did i loose my contacts info?
help pleeeeeeeeeeeeeeeez
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I had this problem with mine. The only way I was able to get mine back was to re-flash the phone back to the ROM I was using when I backed up my contacts originally, restore from the SPB backup file, then back up the contacts again using a different backup software, one that works with WM6. I used PIM Backup.
just let activesync backup your contacts (the phone ones, SIM contacts aren't touched by flashing anyway), and once you set up your partnership, with the same name as before, it will ask you regarding the conflicting files between your computer and phone... just choose to replace phone's files with those found on the computer.
Works for me every time, no matter what I'm upgrading from and to.
I agree, I just use spb backup for my programs, but leave the pim backup to either the PC or exchange
rgds
I think I will reflash to original rom, backup, and then reflash again.
spb backup
have ou considerd unzipping the backup on your desktop with the app that spb provides andgetting your files that way
hello,
I asked in some other treaths also but no 1 could give me a ''good'' answer, I have a question about SPB Backup.
If you have made a backup from a cooked ROM for example Artemis 12.0 and you go to Artemis 14.0 can you use the backup from 12.0 also for 14.0?
or isnt that posible?
Already many thx
zeijlertje1 said:
hello,
I asked in some other treaths also but no 1 could give me a ''good'' answer, I have a question about SPB Backup.
If you have made a backup from a cooked ROM for example Artemis 12.0 and you go to Artemis 14.0 can you use the backup from 12.0 also for 14.0?
or isnt that posible?
Already many thx
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It is possible with spb backup to apply any backup to any new ROM, it has a feature called "ROM upgrade mode"..........
BUT..I wouldn't advise to apply a previous system backup to a new ROM, sometimes it will be ok but, with many ROMs containing Many updated packages and applications it mostly causes more problems than it is worth!
However! SPB also has a custom restore feature which will allow you to restore PIM data or emails or documents or System data and a combination of any of these.
I am just looking at the program now and it seems that you can customise the back-up of whatever files you want to include, In fact ive never noticed how much you can choose before now! you are able to basically tick or un tick any file or folder within the rom, and include the registry or not, but you can only back up and restore the entire registry not parts of it which is a shame.
My advice is to try it out, the program has a very good full program trial period of about 6 backup and restore operations without a time limit so you have plenty of time to try all its functions.
I hope this is helpful to you
realy much thx for your answer
I dotn have the trail but got also the key so i can use it as many as I want
I just will make a backup then before I go run it will tell later if it worked
zeijlertje1 said:
realy much thx for your answer
I dotn have the trail but got also the key so i can use it as many as I want
I just will make a backup then before I go run it will tell later if it worked
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I've been using SPB backup for a long time and learned that it's not a good idea to do a full restore. If you're upgrading from an old to new rom as you mentioned I recommend to do a "Customize" restore and restore everything EXCEPT for PIM data, Emails and System Data. If you restore PIM Data and Emails you'll end up with duplicate contacts and email once you sync with Windows Live. And if you restore System Data you may end up importing registry bugs that were fixed in the new rom. For importing PIM Data only I'd stick with PIM Backup as I use that soley for importing my calendar entries.
zeijlertje1 said:
hello,
I asked in some other treaths also but no 1 could give me a ''good'' answer, I have a question about SPB Backup.
If you have made a backup from a cooked ROM for example Artemis 12.0 and you go to Artemis 14.0 can you use the backup from 12.0 also for 14.0?
or isnt that posible?
Already many thx
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No, what will happen is that SPB backup will ask you if you want to go into force ROM upgrade mode, and it will try to downgrade the ROM to the same as your backup, which will cause errors and force you to have to do Task 29. Trust me I learned this the hard way.