Garmin 250W "System Software Missing" Does anyone else have any experience with this?
413283
I just experienced the same exact problem with mine. I was routinely checking for updates by using the webupdater and now I get the same message "SYSTEM SOFTWARE MISSING", does anyone have a zip file with version 4.70? Webupdater claims my version of 4.80 is corrupt... Funny I downloaded it from them...
2246597
I don't know, but I doubt it. I don't think updating fits Garmin's business model for those things - I think they like to sell you a new one.
536583
It comes with "Healthy Edge" software lite version. However I've had this problem with the Garmin ANT antenna (USB). Combined with the Healthy Edge, doesn't work at all. Poor software for a 500 bucks scale...
654505
I am considering the same thing. I bought the TomTom and have not been able to get it working - the operating software seems to have only partially loaded. I spent 3 hours on the phone with their customer service - very nice people, but they have no technical knowledge, they can only read to you from a script. I think I am going to return this one and give the Garmin a try.
1927270
You mentioned that Garmin strips out features on new releases and then adds them in the next quarter or so. Do they make those added features available through software upgrades or are you SOL if you buy the unit without those features?
1256355
I am still tring to make it work!I have tried several driver from garmin but no results.If you find some please let me know and so I will.Thanks,F.
1256354
You must have the same Garmin 12 that I have. The Garmin web site will have a down load which migith help.
1513329
Well I've got the 255W and have tried all of this stuff. It used to display the Garmin logo before turning off completely. Now it is just dead. Pressing any of the corners of the screen while sliding the powers witch for 8, 15, 30 , or even up to a minute. Does absolutely nothing. It has been charged with the provided car charger as well as a USB and still it is stone dead. Judging from my experience and the posts on this thread the 255 is a dud.
1513331
I am having this problem, as well. I tried to run updates and had it plugged into my computer most of the day yesterday and then last night it just would not turn back on. I have tried the reset on the switch (my 255 does not have a reset button, i ripped of the sticker to be sure) and I just can't get it to turn on. Garmin support has a 30 minute wait time and I can't wait that long at work. Anyone have any other ideas?
1722186
It should have come with a North American map installed. Perhaps you can download it, but I would contact Garmin. I've had very good responses from email inquiries.
1378559
I had the same problem with mine. I called Garmin and talked to someone, he said mine was still under warranty and he sent me a new one out. Hope this helps...
242191
I have not done it yet, but from what I have read - I have to register the Garmin online and then I will get access to the updates. I will try to do this over the weekend and repost my results, if that helps.
355080
Thanks for the update, dsrussell. I'll take your advice and check out the review of the 765 that you mentioned at gpsmagazine.com. It's too bad that the folks at Garmin didn't include this info about the 765 in their owners manual. Must have been an oversight on their end. Again,thanks a bunch!
1772531
Try updating the OS first with Garmin's WebUpdater which is found on their website under Support&gt;updates/downloads. Prior to downloading the WebUpdater, if you click on "show all updates/downloads" you can see what the latest firmware version is for your 580. Good luck!
255211
Go to http://support.garmin.com/support/searchSupport/case.faces?caseId={e5dc10b0-81a0-11e0-cbc1-000000000000}
2157140
I have the ssame problem, I tried to put the GARMINs maps and nothing, what can I do ? In the Peak website this product its disappear.
1020383
Yes it does, but you still have to go to the Garmin web site to get the updated software.