Gigi

Originally Posted by emeraldgirl08

Thanks for the 411 on installing programs! I did have some questions which were pretty much answered by this topic :)

That's great to hear. Welcome to the site!

ag.ford

I have just got an X51 and I want to down load a book. I have been given these options, which one do I use?

MarkMyScriptures
Mobipocket
iSilo
eReader
Plucker
MSReader
YanCEyWare

Tony

Gigi

Originally Posted by ag.ford

I have just got an X51 and I want to down load a book. I have been given these options, which one do I use? MarkMyScriptures Mobipocket iSilo eReader Plucker MSReader YanCEyWare Tony

Welcome to the site!

Which one you download depends on which reader you have installed. You might want to try a few of the readers to see which one you prefer. Most of them are free (because you have to buy the books), but the ones that aren't there are probably free demos.

mnelson

I have a couple of beginner questions. I have long since lost my install CD and have changed computers a couple of times. #1 Can I download anything online to install to my new laptop? Do I need Outlook instead of Outlook Express to sync to my computer?

Thanks

Box

Depending on the operating system of your new Laptop, you will need ActiveSync (XP) or Windows Mobile Device Center (VISTA).

Both are freely available from Here.

There are other options but Outlook is the normal way, it won't work with Outlook Express.

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fiberglassrat

if like me you dont like outook, you still have to install it to synch contacts etc. Just set it up so it doesnt synch unless you request. You will of course have to use OE on your home comp for email, but i prefer that than splitting outlook on the two units.
OE wont synch to my aximx51v.

fiberglassrat

ANYONE know a program to convert .exe to cab? preferably free??? ;)

Gigi

Originally Posted by fiberglassrat

ANYONE know a program to convert .exe to cab? preferably free??? ;)

If you execute an EXE to install via ActiveSync, it should create a CAB file in the ActiveSync folders (even if the app doesn't complete installation).

emeraldgirl08

I don't know if anyone has this scenario. I have a couple of SD cards because the x30 has limited storage and divi up the applications. I have music and common programs on one SD and movies and common applications on another.

The problem is when I exchange an SD I find problems with shortcuts etc. How would I go about making sure I don't have the headache of dissecting the links and using trial and error method??? Is there a program I could use to make sure the common programs share the same shortcut??? Do I simply copy the folder from one SD to another???

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Gigi

Where are the shortcuts? Do you mean the shortcuts within the program itself? For example, your playlists? If so, I don't think the program could be smart enough to create a different set of shortcuts for each card. If I am wrong, I hope someone corrects me!!!

mpn

Hi all, im new to the site. I have just been given an axim X50v and know nothing about it. I had a look at the installing apps sticky but cant seem to work it out. :rolling: ..... i want to install opera, i downloaded it and the set up file is and XML file .... i cant open it to install. I also downloaded google maps and the set up file is the same. If someone could help me i would appreciate it. Thanks in advance,

mpn :)

Gigi

Originally Posted by mpn

Hi all, im new to the site. I have just been given an axim X50v and know nothing about it. I had a look at the installing apps sticky but cant seem to work it out. :rolling: ..... i want to install opera, i downloaded it and the set up file is and XML file .... i cant open it to install. I also downloaded google maps and the set up file is the same. If someone could help me i would appreciate it. Thanks in advance, mpn :)

Where did you download Opera from? You should choose the version that matches your OS:

Opera Mobile - Download

(See below for older OSs)

If you choose version 8.65 (as an example), you can select either a CAB or a MSI file. MSI you run from your PC while connected to your device. CAB you copy over to your device and execute from there.

Double check where you are getting Google maps from. If you choose Windows Mobile from this page, you should get a CAB file:

Google Mobile | Maps for your phone

Before you install anything, however, back up your device in case something goes wrong.

EDIT: in my quick search, I could only find that download page for Google. I"m not 100% sure it works for non-phones.

baptista

Hi Chris Leckness,first I received your mail and I thankyou.Now I must to adapt myself to the new format of the site....I change my first Dell X30 for one X51, and I´m going well, visiting the site for improvements.I apply the settings for fake server...but now I change my notebook for a Toshiba Satelite but I can´t sync with the PDA.I sent all the programs and data from the ancient COMPAQ to the Toshiba but something I did wrong and can´t sync, so I can´t charge or remove software and sync the files.Any help is wellcome. In the meanwhile I follow trying.
Thanks to everybody
baptista

baptista

Thanks to all
baptista

mrushton

I was wondering, what is the maximum SD Card size that the Axim X51 will recognize ?

I have a 2 GB in mine now and was wondering if I can throw a 8GB into it ?



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