can't transfer word files from tab to pc via usb - Acer Iconia A500

So was using officepro for a while to type reports. I then put them on my usb stick put it in the pc at work and print. Then as of last week this no longer works for me. Now when i open them on pc the word file is blank regardless of what format (2003 or 2007) i saved. Same happens on my home pc. Perfect on the tab, blank on the pc. What gives? Any help would be appreciated.

Either I'm the only person who has these problems or I'm a dimwit and nobody wants to tell me so.

irishmoe said:
Either I'm the only person who has these problems or I'm a dimwit and nobody wants to tell me so.
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Ok,, you're a Dimwit, and nobody else has these issues.
(you asked for it).
Use Polaris Office.
You can get the apk by unzipping any of the roms that have it included.
Install the apk,. then, I believe there are 2 polaris files, you also have to copy to the system directory. You can google and find what and where. I just can't remember offhand.
Oh, and one more thing, make sure your stick is formatted to FAT32 through your pc.

Tried polaris but it won't save in 2003 format for the crappy pc at work. Never thought about the usb fat32 possibility but then been using the same stick under same conditions for a few months with no issues. Thanks for the tip anyway. Oh ..and the insult, I did ask for it.

Quick Office allows you to save in WD 2003 or 2007 and works much better than Office Pro. Give it a try.

hate to just suggest another app option, but also try Docs2Go
I use it and have had no problems transferring and opening the files on any PC's despite what format the Word file is in.

cruise350 said:
Quick Office allows you to save in WD 2003 or 2007 and works much better than Office Pro. Give it a try.
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spexwood said:
hate to just suggest another app option, but also try Docs2Go
I use it and have had no problems transferring and opening the files on any PC's despite what format the Word file is in.
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Thanks but it seems it was a usb unmounting issue. I usually just pull out the stick but after unmounting properly the files are unharmed. Not fully sure why but I'm happy now so that's the important thing, right?
Thanks for the suggestions,

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PocketPC JAM as a USB drive- WinXP?

Hi all,
My first post here...
Is it possible for PCs (Windows XP) to recognise the JAM as a removable USB drive in My Computer without installing the active sync software? I could make good use of my 1GB SD card if this is possible.
Any information is much appreciated.
Thanks.
No
Unfortunately it's only possible @ WM2005 and thats not gonna work with our little machines. (Yes I'm a little pesstimistic :wink: )
yup tried WM2005 and it works! hehehe! :lol:
One would consider certain things as 'essential' must haves- maybe a subject view.
So there's absolutely nothing that can be updated in WM2003 to allow to do this??
P.S. What devices are running the WM2005 edition?
I think you should develop some piece of software by yourself :wink:
I've searched many hours and there is no one who can make it run.
(doesn't mean it's impossible )
Well, is it really that neccessary? You can use ActiveSync on your home computer and bluetooth or IR for file exchanges on other computers (when they have a bluetooth or IR adapter). Usually, you don't have the cable with you anyway, do you? For the few cases where you still really need it, you can download ActiveSync and install it. No big deal, is it?
It will be much easier because you don't need a USB memory stick anymore. But when you use the same computers (Work, home) then it's no problem to install Activesync
Ok, i get the point - but still, you need the cable which you don't always carry with you. Also, you can use it like a (very slow) USB stick when using IR or BT.
There are 're-coiling' usb cables that fit on your keyring/pocket...
For me it's all about having one unit do many things- the JAM/Magician is very close to doing that.
I am using the Norton Commander clone called "Servant Salamander" http://www.altap.cz/
This file manager has a plugin that allows one to copy and manage files directly on the device -- very conveniently!
frax,
Would I be correct in saying that this application has to be installed on the PC for file transfer to be performed? If this is the case then using ActiveSync is the same thing no?
yep, it is more or less the same thing. I think it is actually using activesync for the interface, so that needs to be installed as well.
There's an application called Softick Card Export that allows you to do just this. www.softick.com
When you install it it puts a system icon in the bottom right of the today screen where you can select either activesync or card modes. In card mode it works just like a memory stick (with the SD card only readable).
Ive been using it for a few weeks now and it works a treat on all xp machines that I've tried - doesn't need activesync (at least not in xp) and is much quicker than copying through activesync.
fishes234 said:
There's an application called Softick Card Export that allows you to do just this. www.softick.com
When you install it it puts a system icon in the bottom right of the today screen where you can select either activesync or card modes. In card mode it works just like a memory stick (with the SD card only readable).
Ive been using it for a few weeks now and it works a treat on all xp machines that I've tried - doesn't need activesync (at least not in xp) and is much quicker than copying through activesync.
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I'll just confirm that. It works great! And like fishes234 says, it transfers files at USB1.0 speed. ActiveSync is so slow compared to USB1 (lol i'm not going to mention USB2)
I recommend this kit
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Have you tried this
http://www.softick.com/pocket-pc/cardexport2/
I think it is better not to give conclusion if you don't know the answer. It is just misleading. Hope you learn.
U just dont dig up old posts and write a reply to it...
I'm not the ony one that said no... at thta time the soft-tick software was not that well known so stop looking for ways to put down ppl just to make u feel better (especially looking for old posts)... And only post if u have something new to say nd not what somebody aleady said ...
More importantly why are u replying to my post which is the first reply... and not any of the consecutive ones R u Blind???
I'm Definetley sure i know more about Phones and PPCs...
georgexoasi said:
U just dont dig up old posts and write a reply to it...
I'm not the ony one that said no... at thta time the soft-tick software was not that well known so stop looking for ways to put down ppl just to make u feel better (especially looking for old posts)... And only post if u have something new to say nd not what somebody aleady said ...
More importantly why are u replying to my post which is the first reply... and not any of the consecutive ones R u Blind???
I'm Definetley sure i know more about Phones and PPCs...
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Okay, please argue using PM's or somewhere else cause this is a waste. You are being way to hostile and that's not what the rest of us here are waiting for.
U R rite... Im sorry ppl....

Ameo Micro Drive.....Perfect Now..Thanks Wu5262!!

Absolutely brilliant news (as far as I'm concerned).
Thanks to fellow member wu5262 for looking after his software so well and keeping it, he e-mailed anyone needing the file in question 'WM5torage'.
See attachment for upload.
This bit of software literally turns the Athena (as well as most other WM5 devices) into a mass storage device allowing one to transfer files directly to your SD card or Micro drive, as it will be recognized as a Drive on your PC.
It simply works wonderfully and completely eliminates the need to use the slow and unreliable ActiveSync application to simply move files from the PC to the device.
I was having problems moving large files in this manner via Activesync (AS) to the Micro Drive (MD) and AS would not cope with it on my Ameo but it works fine on the Dopod U1000, implying that the ROM on the Dopod variant is considerably better put together than others. Wu has had no major problems with his device since he got it.
I can now report that I have no issues with the UK version of the Ameo whatsoever!!
Using WM5torage, one can very easily transfer huge files directly to the MD. I just moved 2.4 GB of movies (3 DVD rips - my own legal copies ) in about 12 minutes!!
So no problems with the MD speed in this regard. I've also tested the movies and there is no corruption..everything works flawlessly!
Instructions on how to do it:
1) Download the attached WM5torage.cab...either directly to your device or any other way you want.
2) Install the cab to 'Device' and softe reset straight after.
3) Now to find the file;
Go to...My Device\Program Files\WM5torage.....there it is!
Good time to make a shortcut and place it somewhere more logical!
4) Copy the file from the folder and go to....My Device\Windows\Start Menu\....
Now click the menu button...bottom right corner of the screen...and select 'edit' ...then paste shortcut...rename the file 'WM5torage' (otherwise it will always say "shrtcut to WM5torage") that's it...we're good to go!
5) Finally return to the start menu and you should see it there...WM5torage!!
Connect your USB lead to PC & Ameo/Athena. Don't worry if Active sync says error or even connects...just shut down any pop-up messages or Active sync.
6) On your device under your start menu, Simply click WM5torage (it will say 'Inactive' - hence the reason why nothing happens when you plug your USB lead into the device and PC)...and select Activate.
Immediately your PC should start to recognize your USB mass storage device....be patient and then a window will show up as if you had plugged in a USB device or inserted a memory card into your PC.
You can check what device has now been recognized as a drive under 'My Computer' on your PC.....it'll say something like L:drive or similar depending on your PC's configuration.
Happy fast transferring.
Don't forget to 'Deactivate' WM5torage when your finished otherwise Active Sync might not recognize your device the next time you want to sync with your PC.
Let us know how you got on.
All thanks to wu5262...Cheers mate.
Don't forget the attachment below!!
woah another long post mostly 99% garbage. Anyways all laptops come with built in card readers. my laptop has all mini-sd micro-sd sd every card reading capability. And thats much faster than athena's and activesync. lol this is so unneccessary because i never transfer files via USB... slow as hell. Always use internal ^^
Go and find something productive to do.
nuclear said:
woah another long post mostly 99% garbage. Anyways all laptops come with built in card readers. my laptop has all mini-sd micro-sd sd every card reading capability. And thats much faster than athena's and activesync. lol this is so unneccessary because i never transfer files via USB... slow as hell. Always use internal ^^
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Glad it's all working out for you....I cannot be bothered to get into another argument with the likes of you.
This post was for those who recognise the problems mentioned above. I have now played with 3 brand new UK version Ameos and all suffer the same problem...so this was a solution for me and those who have the same experience...not twats like you.
nuclear said:
woah another long post mostly 99% garbage. Anyways all laptops come with built in card readers. my laptop has all mini-sd micro-sd sd every card reading capability. And thats much faster than athena's and activesync. lol this is so unneccessary because i never transfer files via USB... slow as hell. Always use internal ^^
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Look, Nuclear, what is your problem? why you are saying his post is garbage? are you just unhappy because you haven't got your HTC Advantage? Well, mate you have to wait more so cool down.
So you are going to use card reader to transfer file? I would love to see how you can plug the Micro Drive in the Card Reader !!
Goodness me..I just realized you haven't even got your Athena yet...so you couldn't possibly understand why I posted this 99% garbage post.
Apply that remaining 1% to your existing 1% of intelligence...you'll need it for the Athena. Sorry for calling you names just now..din't know at the time that you were retarded.
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Look, Nuclear, what is your problem? why you are saying his post is garbage? are you just unhappy because you haven't got your HTC Advantage? Well, mate you have to wait more so cool down.
So you are going to use card reader to transfer file? I would love to see how you can plug the Micro Drive in the Card Reader !!
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Well said wu.
BTW, mackaby007, in the post you say "Wu has had no major problems with his device since he got it." haha, actually, i have no issue at all for my device. I am very surprise how complete this Rom is, especially it's their first release.
Nice to hear your have no problem as well now.
I was just playing with remote control just now, hehe, i was using my DOPOD U1000 to control my Vista, nice! Will show it to my friends tomorrow, and they will all say: "wow, how did you manage to install vista on your Athena!"
haha
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BTW, mackaby007, in the post you say "Wu has had no major problems with his device since he got it." haha, actually, i have no issue at all for my device. I am very surprise how complete this Rom is, especially it's their first release.
Nice to hear your have no problem as well now.
I was just playing with remote control just now, hehe, i was using my DOPOD U1000 to control my Vista, nice! Will show it to my friends tomorrow, and they will all say: "wow, how did you manage to install vista on your Athena!"
haha
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Yea i am kinda mad i havent got my Athena yet...
Also I have micro-sd card reader. Controling vista using your athena is no big deal. i could do it using my Universal too... Remote desktop control -_-
nuclear said:
Yea i am kinda mad i havent got my Athena yet...
Also I have micro-sd card reader. Controling vista using your athena is no big deal. i could do it using my Universal too... Remote desktop control -_-
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man, look at what you are talking! it's Micro Drive not Micro SD, these are different! you do know there is a micro drive in Athena right?
so you have use Remote Control ok, but have you use the WM6 remote control? you know the difference?
wait for you Athena then speak....
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man, look at what you are talking! it's Micro Drive not Micro SD, these are different! you do know there is a micro drive in Athena right?
so you have use Remote Control ok, but have you use the WM6 remote control? you know the difference?
wait for you Athena then speak....
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Ah no i dont know micro drive. i will see when i get my athena. thanks. So no micro-sd?
wu5262 said:
BTW, mackaby007, in the post you say "Wu has had no major problems with his device since he got it." haha, actually, i have no issue at all for my device. I am very surprise how complete this Rom is, especially it's their first release.
Nice to hear your have no problem as well now.
I was just playing with remote control just now, hehe, i was using my DOPOD U1000 to control my Vista, nice! Will show it to my friends tomorrow, and they will all say: "wow, how did you manage to install vista on your Athena!"
haha
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Way cool!! Is the interface for the remote control for VGA devices or it QVGA stretched? Sounds cool though.
mackaby007 said:
Way cool!! Is the interface for the remote control for VGA devices or it QVGA stretched? Sounds cool though.
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yup sounds cool although i never try it
mackaby007 said:
Way cool!! Is the interface for the remote control for VGA devices or it QVGA stretched? Sounds cool though.
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it's VGA, if you want the file, i can send it to you, it's Terminal Client Services for WM6.
wu5262 said:
it's VGA, if you want the file, i can send it to you, it's Terminal Client Services for WM6.
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Yes please wu. Does it work on our WM5 devices then?
Anyway...the yahoo e-mail is good for me.
mackaby007 said:
Yes please wu. Does it work on our WM5 devices then?
Anyway...the yahoo e-mail is good for me.
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send ! let me know what you think.
wu5262 said:
send ! let me know what you think.
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Got it. Thanks. I'm running XP SP2. Will it work with too? I'm lost on this one wu. How do I set it up (settings and everything)?
I've installed it and found the app in Programs, but am not sure what to enter for:
Computer:
User Name:
Password:
Domain:
and what should I select under options?
256 colors or 16 bit?
and then chose Full Screen or other option?
Thanks 4 your help.
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Got it. Thanks. I'm running XP SP2. Will it work with too? I'm lost on this one wu. How do I set it up (settings and everything)?
I've installed it and found the app in Programs, but am not sure what to enter for:
Computer:
User Name:
Password:
Domain:
and what should I select under options?
256 colors or 16 bit?
and then chose Full Screen or other option?
Thanks 4 your help.
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you need to enable remote control on your pc, you need the IP as well. i personally have a static IP, so it's quite easy to set up. user name and password is the same on your pc.
I have to say this, if you haven't done remote control before, it might be quite hard to set it up.
I will try to post some screen shot later on.
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you need to enable remote control on your pc, you need the IP as well. i personally have a static IP, so it's quite easy to set up. user name and password is the same on your pc.
I have to say this, if you haven't done remote control before, it might be quite hard to set it up.
I will try to post some screen shot later on.
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OK Thanks wu. I'll give it a miss for now until I know what I'm doing, but I'm keeping ready on the Ameo till then.
wu5262 said:
send ! let me know what you think.
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Wu... Please can you send me a copy too, really appreciate it!
Hi wu, I remember using the following Registry Settings on my Terminal Services and this was the only way I could get a reasonable speed on it.
[HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Terminal Server Client]
"BitmapPersistCacheSize"=dword:0000000A
"BitmapCacheSize"=dword:000005DC
"Keyboard Layout"="00000409"
[HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Terminal Server Client\Default]
"BitmapCachePersistEnable"=dword:00000001
Also I definitely agree with you! Crossbow and WM5 Terminal Services are way too different! Crossbow is awesome for this!I hope this helps!
wu5262 said:
you need to enable remote control on your pc, you need the IP as well. i personally have a static IP, so it's quite easy to set up. user name and password is the same on your pc.
I have to say this, if you haven't done remote control before, it might be quite hard to set it up.
I will try to post some screen shot later on.
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.cab file problems on 8525

hi all,
i've been looking for an answer to this problem, and I don't like to ask seemingly redundant question, but you guys are the pros.
so here's my problem. i just got my second 8525 and am trying to install all my favorite programs,ie-ptt disable, battery meter, new today screen, but i can't get any cab files to save, transfer, open/extract to my phone. i have the 2.0 .NET framework(i think was my problem first phone) but my pc doesn't/won't recognize my phone as a viable file recipient.
Any ideas? Thank you greatly!!!
upgrade to .net 3.5...
weiky79 said:
hi all,
i've been looking for an answer to this problem, and I don't like to ask seemingly redundant question, but you guys are the pros.
so here's my problem. i just got my second 8525 and am trying to install all my favorite programs,ie-ptt disable, battery meter, new today screen, but i can't get any cab files to save, transfer, open/extract to my phone. i have the 2.0 .NET framework(i think was my problem first phone) but my pc doesn't/won't recognize my phone as a viable file recipient.
Any ideas? Thank you greatly!!!
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Well yes you can upgrade the .net framework. But I wonder if you are trying to extract the cab files before transfering them to the phone?
Just use activesync explore mode to transfer the cab files (unextracted) to the phone or sd card and then on the phone use file explorer to find them and tap on them.
Things that run all the time and on today screen install to main memory, all the rest install to sdcard (choice appears when you tap on the cab file)
Mike
ok.....i'm going to upgrade to 3.5 but one question still remains. When I try to save .zip/.cab files from the net it only allows me to save to my pc, NOT my phone. in fact, there isn't even an option to save to phone. SO, i thought it would be fine to save to pc then transfer these files to my phone afterwards. NOPE! it's crazy, but my vaio pc doesn't even recognize my phone period. only activesync sees my phone. so, what would be the cause of this file transfer problem?
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ok.....i'm going to upgrade to 3.5 but one question still remains. When I try to save .zip/.cab files from the net it only allows me to save to my pc, NOT my phone. in fact, there isn't even an option to save to phone. SO, i thought it would be fine to save to pc then transfer these files to my phone afterwards. NOPE! it's crazy, but my vaio pc doesn't even recognize my phone period. only activesync sees my phone. so, what would be the cause of this file transfer problem?
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Save the cab file on your pc, go into activesync and select explore......then drag and drop the file onto the explore window. Simple
well, i dL the 3.5 .NET framework. no problems there, but my original problem still exists. I can't open any files to my 8525. when i try to copy or send from pc to phone, my phone isn't even recognized. when i explore my phone and try to push a file through, it doesn't work. This is probably some ridiculous formality, but I can't figure it out! It's starting to really irritate me now
-Weiky79
wow...I feel like a moron. i looked and looked for the answer and finally found it. i googled it, and saw on 2 different sites that there's a box that needs to be unchecked in the usb to pc button under the connections menu. the button is the 'enable network functionality' that needs to be unchecked. i still have intermittent problems installing programs on here, activesync randomly recognizes my phone now, but at least now I'm getting programs installed. Hope this helps everyone
weiky79 said:
wow...I feel like a moron. i looked and looked for the answer and finally found it. i googled it, and saw on 2 different sites that there's a box that needs to be unchecked in the usb to pc button under the connections menu. the button is the 'enable network functionality' that needs to be unchecked. i still have intermittent problems installing programs on here, activesync randomly recognizes my phone now, but at least now I'm getting programs installed. Hope this helps everyone
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Agh right - I see what the problem was now - I think we were slightly misunderstanding the problem.
Good news - happy days
Mike

cant find an app HELP

im looking for an app i have seen it before but cant seem to find it to download it.
its were it lets me be able to connect to my computer thru wifi so that i can transfer files to and from my comp over wifi
does anyone know what the name of it is or were i can download it from
i guess no one knows which app it is that im talking about
I am guessing it is like a network explorer type program.
However Mocha VNC allows you to connect to your computer anywhere through WiFi or Data Connection (it is a remote desktop application) and it will allow you to do File Transfers Back and Forth.
It has a free trial and works on windows mobile so you could give it a try.
yeah thats pretty much what im looking for is to be able to transfer songs to and from my computer to my phone with out having to take out my memory card or have to plug in my phone... thanks
ok so either i dont know what im doing and am a complete dumbass or this **** isnt working can any one give me a hand
Try this. I use this with HTC Touch Elf and it works perfect. This is a full version - Found it on this site - However, can't remember who innitialy posted otherwise I would give credit. Works to view files over wifi connection, transfer files. I listen to my music with this and watch videos from computer on my device. Transfer speeds are not bad but not great. Not to hard to use. Just make folders on your computer as shared folders and then use this program to seach them on your network and connect to them. You only have to connect once and then use file explorer - go to network and into the network folders each time after.
Use Copy and paste to transfer files from desktop to your device
oh ok cool cool thanks let me see if it will work
i tried to install it on my phone but after i did the install i cant find it any were to open it
kermit5327 said:
i tried to install it on my phone but after i did the install i cant find it any were to open it
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Easy. Start, Settings, connections, Network plugin
Enjoy
i dont have a network plugin option all i have beam, bluetooth, connections csd line type, gprs setting, networkcards, usb to pc, wireless LAN
I don't know what to say. Did it install properly?
I had a difficult time finding it as well as I didn't expect it to go there. Did you try doing a search on your device for it. Also, search using file explorer in Program Files to see if it is there. It has got to be somewhere, just have to find it. It will be worth it as it should work perfectly for what you need.
well im getting ready to go through my phone with file explore on my comp to see if i can find it but i havent been able to so far
hell yeah i got it it wound up going into my windows folder on my phone
thanks so much
kermit5327 said:
hell yeah i got it it wound up going into my windows folder on my phone
thanks so much
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If you use IFONZ or ultimate launch or throttle launcher I would create a shortcut launcher Icon so that you don't always have to go into your window folder. I have a shortcut on my phone to it using ultimate Launch. That way if I want to brows other peoples shared folders while using their wifi connection< I can just click easily and search for their shared folders. works nice.
heck yeah thanks man my only thing now is that every time that i try to back to the previous folder it wont let me i have to exit out and start over.
kermit5327 said:
heck yeah thanks man my only thing now is that every time that i try to back to the previous folder it wont let me i have to exit out and start over.
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it shouldnt be doing that. it doesnt for me. did you try a soft reset after installing. might help it run properly
yeah i did the soft reset now my router is being a pain. man this crap really suck i just cant seem to get anything to go my way

Omnia 7 as a portable USB drive

- Open Windows Registry Editor by typing regedit in your start menu
- Go to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\
- Then go to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Enum\USB (and not the other ControlSet01 or 02 if you have them) and then search for ZuneDriver.
under VID_045E&PID_04EC&MI_00
In Device parameters
- Change ShowInShell from 0 to 1 <- this enable Windows Explorer to show the device when pluged in
- Change PortableDeviceNameSpaceExcludeFromShell from 1 to 0
- Change EnableLegacySupport from 0 to 1 <- this enables Windows Explorer to detect the device
Plugin the phone to pc, close zune and The result will be this:
(sorry for my bad English)
If you change PortableDeviceType key to 3
your device is now mobile phone not multimedia player
phil_rouge said:
If you change ShowInShell key to 3
your device is now mobile phone not multimedia player
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Thank you!
OOPS It's a mistake !
antoniomistretta said:
Thank you!
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OOPS ! it's not ShowInShell but PortableDeviceType !
excuse me !
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OOPS ! it's not ShowInShell but PortableDeviceType !
excuse me !
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I noticed!
Thanks, anyway!
is it possible to download files like pictures taken with the phone using this method?
I try with my Mozart but I can't
got 2 questions and a request
1. have u seen any problems after doing this?
2. can you create a folder and add stuff to it?
can you place pictures of the files?
not working
I have tried that with my Samsung Omnia 7 and I can't see the content.
and thats for both of the devices that are visible in my computer.
I'm just reminding you all who want to use this hack: WP7 is a zune device not mass storage
Regards
I confirm: Is a zune device not mass storage.
antoniomistretta said:
I confirm: Is a zune device not mass storage.
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Haven't tried this hack myself but with the zune software I think it's not really necessary and quoting once again joe belfiore:
"Windows Phone is not a mass storage device. It’s a Zune device. The data on the phone must be consistent, and needs to be able to identify items in storage. We don’t want the user to have to do that stuff manually. Yes, some may want to. But we wanted a synchronization system that was simple and easy and does metadata mappings automatically"
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I have absolutely no problem with it, sync is working perfectly and it's something different at least compared to mass storage where you need to copy all data "manually". Nevertheless microsoft will probably implement a way to use WP7 also as such a device.
Regards
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I have absolutely no problem with it
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i do. i want to be able to transfer any file to/from the device. zune software can't help me, because it accepts just a few file types (like media and pictures).
what if any applications need to use files of a certain type? how can i supply it with files then?
i just don't understand.
I have a problem with it too. I don't use Windows on my PC, I use Ubuntu, so cannot use the zune software!
Either MS needs to realise that they can't force people to use their OS or at least give people an option.
plastix said:
I have a problem with it too. I don't use Windows on my PC, I use Ubuntu, so cannot use the zune software!
Either MS needs to realise that they can't force people to use their OS or at least give people an option.
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blackofe said:
i do. i want to be able to transfer any file to/from the device. zune software can't help me, because it accepts just a few file types (like media and pictures).
what if any applications need to use files of a certain type? how can i supply it with files then?
i just don't understand.
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most likely an app that needs such files knows very well that it can't get them over zune, and provides the way to feed it (most likely a cloud solution, or something).
Hello. I'm trying to do the same, I have a dell venue pro. I searched all xda topics and find this thread.
I did exactly same steps, and i see 2 dell venue pro icons in my computer, but each is empty, i tried disconnect my phone and exit zune, then connect again, still same. there is no PortableDeviceType key.
what should I do?
I have a hd2 with wp7 and a 16gb microsd card, could i just take out the card put it into my pc transfer some files and then pop it back into the phone? would this work?

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