I have a dell x50v (ROM version A05) and recently I just got the WM5.0 upgrade CD from dell. I updated my ActiveSync to 4.1. Here is what I do:
- Connect x50v to ActiveSynce
- Run the CD, click "Install upgrade"
- It asks me to save AximUpdate.exe
- Then I run AximUpdate.exe -> click Update ROM -> Next
After that it gives me an error message:
"The System Update file can not be found. Reinstall the System Update."

What does it mean? And how do I fix it?

Thank you

I got it, you have to run AximUpdate.exe in its current location and Firefox doesn't let u to do it. I had to use IE

Here is a quote taken directly from the WM5 here to stay thread

"10 Steps to have a "stress-free" WM5 upgrade
The below 10-steps are what I'd do if I have a x50/WM2003SE going to WM5. Pretty much all the tips are in this post:

1-Hard-reset
2-Connect to ActiveSync 3.8 as guest
3-Install AS 4.1-I assume there is no problem w/connectivity
4-Perform the WM5 ROM upgrade - direct USB connect/powered
5-When WM5 is up, disable WM5 error notification
6-Install a Registry editor (e.g. Resco Explorer Suite)
7-Apply the registry hack for I/O cache performance and hack for CF disapearing
8-Make sure NO battery meters are active as today plug-in
9-Apply ActiveSync "fake server" hack
10-Install ActiveSync toggle (posted later in this thread)

At this point, take off the cradle, check your CPU in auto-mode to see if the CPU is toggled thru different speeds. If not, just set at max. And perform a backup.

Do not forget to turn on your Axim before putting cradle to avoid "blank screen of death".

You should be good to go!"

I would recommend following them.

   

What is the fake server hack?
Also what does activesynce toggle do?

Did you ever fix the problem with trying to install WM2005 but getting the error message instead? I can't seem to get past that error.

Nichole

I am facing the same problme with ROM Version A04, I tried running aximupdate.exe directly and it didn't work, what else can be done?

If you are using X50 or X50v please download and install R115117.EXE from support.dell.com and follow the instructions. You will be able to get it done

Thank you and regards

Harish