Reinstalling purchased software on replacement pda... - Page 2

02-10-06, 02:41 PM

Hmm - when I upgraded to the X51v from the X5, I had no problem reinstalling eWallet traila version and unlocking with my prior name/code.

There were a couple of programs I wasn't sure about, so I emailed the developers. They gracioulsy provided me with the installation files I needed.

02-20-06, 10:10 PM

I would like to know if anyone found out what the Handango Download Protection is and why they are charging $4.99 for it as opposed to letting you download software you bought from them (as they did in the past or maybe still do???) Thanks.

02-20-06, 11:22 PM

Originally Posted by sactaz

I would like to know if anyone found out what the Handango Download Protection is and why they are charging $4.99 for it as opposed to letting you download software you bought from them (as they did in the past or maybe still do???) Thanks.

I think that it is an insurance policy. (pretty steep cost imho) I download my software, make a pdf of all registration information and store both in a special pocketpc directory on an external HD. I also make a pdf of the download page, in case I need to verify my info with the purchase location. I back that up in my regular backup rotation. The shelf life of ppc software does not seem to be long, so I suspect, I will have an version upgrade and indeed a new registration number before I lose my primary source and my backup. A calculated risk, but one worth it at this time.

I haven't really had a problem, but when I have contacted a developer, I have also been able to have my registration verified and new keys issued. Result, I have not purchased the download insurance.

Incidently, much of the software I have bought, also appears to still be available.

runnr548 · 02-20-06, 11:27 PM

contact customer support if you can't get it to work