Hi Folks,
I used to upgrade every time a new model was released, but since I got the 940 I've not been inclined to change it. I've always updated the software immediately an update was available, but I've never updated the maps.
The latest software update (having updated to Home 2 also) totally corrupted the device so that it would not operate at all unless connected to Home...it was the endless looping re-booting to the splash screen. Despite being technically hopeless, thanks to advice on here I managed to wipe it and re-install the original software. I then re-tried the update with a bit of twiddling, but the best I managed was a frozen screen with no map showing. Windows was showing numerous file problems, which I attempted to repair, but no joy.
I've since wiped again, and am now back to the original software, so I do have a functioning device. However, the software is a much older version than I was running previously without a problem.
So, my questions are: does this mean I'll never be able to update the device again? (Given that one can't opt out of the software update)...or is the problem that my maps are too old to be compatible with the new software? Or can I somehow at least update the software to a 'less old' version? Or is it time to simply move on and buy a current unit?
Appreciate any advice....
I used to upgrade every time a new model was released, but since I got the 940 I've not been inclined to change it. I've always updated the software immediately an update was available, but I've never updated the maps.
The latest software update (having updated to Home 2 also) totally corrupted the device so that it would not operate at all unless connected to Home...it was the endless looping re-booting to the splash screen. Despite being technically hopeless, thanks to advice on here I managed to wipe it and re-install the original software. I then re-tried the update with a bit of twiddling, but the best I managed was a frozen screen with no map showing. Windows was showing numerous file problems, which I attempted to repair, but no joy.
I've since wiped again, and am now back to the original software, so I do have a functioning device. However, the software is a much older version than I was running previously without a problem.
So, my questions are: does this mean I'll never be able to update the device again? (Given that one can't opt out of the software update)...or is the problem that my maps are too old to be compatible with the new software? Or can I somehow at least update the software to a 'less old' version? Or is it time to simply move on and buy a current unit?
Appreciate any advice....