Does anyone know the purpose/benefits of the new "system utilities" update recently issued by Dell?

Release Title: System Utilities: Dell Axim X51 QVGA System Update for Windows Mobile Version 5.0, Axim X51v VGA System Update for Windows Mobile Version 5.0, Driver, Windows Mobile 5.0, Multi Language, Axim X51/X51v, v.091506, A00
Release Date: 10/13/2006
Criticality: Recommended
Description: Axim X51/X51v CF Modem driver update

As stated on dell's website:

Fix CF slot power pin always on when a CF I/O card insert.

So I assume if you take your CF card out often, that this would save battery power being used by the PIN being always on.

http://support.dell.com/support/down...&fileid=182237

"Fixes and Enhancements
Fix CF slot power pin always on when a CF I/O card insert."

It looks like it's just a tweak to fix an issue with the CF slot constantly staying on (and draining power) when a CF card's inserted for use with things like GPS units and so on.

 

I don't have a CF card or any CF accessories (yet), but I went ahead and installed the update b/c I will never remember about it when I do get CF stuff. It took all of 10 seconds and went very smooth.

An (X) indicates a Wi-Fi post from my Axim X51.

Live every day like it is your last....because some day it will be.

If you find yourself falling off a cliff, you might as well try and fly!

  

Good idea, think I'll do the same.

 

Since I applied the server hack I have had no problems with the cf card. I did install this update though. It has made no noticable difference.