Why does it take HOURS to send file to an SD card?

[MonarchX]

When I plug my SD card in any SD reader it takes like 5 seconds to copy files to it and then my Axim can read those files just fine.

However, when I use ActiveSync and try to copy files - it gets STUCK or does it extremely slow!

Why is that?

[psionandy]

You have the disadvantage of usb1 when using your axim (as opposed to the 10X faster usb2 in your reader).

Combined with the fact that ActiveSync is a massive overhead when copying file

[JanekMakowski]

I'd like to say hello to all people on this board.

Regards,
Janek

Try Softick Card Export,
it will make the whole process 10 - 20 times faster.
I reviewed it here...

@ Mobility Today

[psionandy]

Card export does indeed remove the activesync bottleneck... but its still slower than a usb2 card reader.

[Ashton]

AS tries to "convert" files (esp office documents) so this may also be the problem. I agree, use a card reader, I keep one hooked to my PC and one in my pocket at all times!

I believe the copy method is:
from your pc --> through Active sync --> into the Axim Main memory --> to your SD card
The copies use Main memory, and this is an additional reason it is slow.