hi
How do you back up on wm5? I know how to on 2003/2003se but how?
UNfortunately WM5 does not have a backup utility built into the OS, presumably because of the new permanent storage feature. You need to install a 3rd party product I'm afraid.
You can try SPB Backup 5 (beta) or Sunnysoft Backup Manager (not beta). The latter is very stable and does it's job properly. I haven't tried SPB Backup yet. Sprite Backup will also be available for WM5 soon.
kta said:
UNfortunately WM5 does not have a backup utility built into the OS, presumably because of the new permanent storage feature. You need to install a 3rd party product I'm afraid.
You can try SPB Backup 5 (beta) or Sunnysoft Backup Manager (not beta). The latter is very stable and does it's job properly. I haven't tried SPB Backup yet. Sprite Backup will also be available for WM5 soon.
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SPB Backup for WM 5.0 has been released and it's a lot better than Sunnysift's
Cheers!
WM5 Backup on JAMin
I use the newest sprite backup for wm50 and it work perfectly..
the sit is www.spritesoftware.com
Chers
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Hi
has anyone noticed there is a new wm5 compatible backup manager version
works great
Yes, I have been using it for about a week and did not find any use for it until I started trying out softwares. All I can say is it worked BUT VERY MUCH DISAPPOINTED WITH IT. Why? After performing a hard reset and restoring from backup, I noticed that it created a few double icons for some of my programs, not a big deal probably for some, but not for me. A backup should restore only what it made a backup of, and not create anything extra. So if you are a nut like myself, save your money and stay away from it. It is a waste of money.
Okay,but do you have an alternative backup WM5 soft ? I prefer double icon than no icon at all...........
You can remove the icons by using file explorer
My Device --> Windows --> Start Menu --> Programs
Yes there is an alternative since a few weeks.
Sprite turned available a Beta for its own backup product "Sprite Backup for Windows Mobile '05"
Download it at: http://www.spritesoftware.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=1836
Yes there is an alternative since a few weeks.
Sprite turned available a Beta for its own backup product "Sprite Backup for Windows Mobile '05"
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Hi Conchas
i had a problem with Sprite. I downloaded the Beta version and did some back ups but then the software expired and there was no way to restore from the backup (you don't seem to be able to reload the software and after a hard reset it gave me an "older" version message!). Until they release the full version i wouldn't rely on the backups from the beta version
mikey mike
Does anyone have a backup solution for the Wizard that preserves all the settings and documents?
I still think Sprite Backup is one of the best for backing up your PDA (not only for the wizard)....
Just my 2 cents, but I really think it works like a charm...
Try this:
http://spbsoftwarehouse.com/support/beta.php?en
Download the Spb Backup 1.0 beta3! (41422829)
by Avers
Sprite Backup was good for WM2003, and the WM5 version will most likely be good too. But it is only Beta yet.
SunnySoft Backup Manager has the same features I liked in Sprite Backup (compressed, self-extracting and scheduled backup).
The latest release is officially supporting WM5 and works well on my K-JAM :
http://www.sunnysoft.cz/en_clanek.php?clanekid=51
I am using Sunnysoft Backup manager and it works well but is VERY slow.
I'm looking for a good backup sfotware for my Jas Jar i treid SPB Backup
all the version but it didn't work good, when i do a restore i get the following message
Restore process has not responding for a long time, Do you want to cancel the restore?
the more important is to backup the SMS and restore it when i need
please help me
regarda
I have used SPB backup since the beta roms were released.
i performed a multitude of different backups and restores.
what I did learn is that if you are going to restore, you are better off performing a hard reset or a clear storage, put your device back to factory position, then restore.
provided you are restoring over the same versions of the ROM you should be ok.
Sprite Backup
Seconded!!
Sprite Backup is the one piece of backup software work investing in. Has got me out of trouble on a couple of occasions now.
It backs up all your files and applications AND the various registry entries and hidden files/folders that get installed.
If you are a fiddler and like trying various apps and hacks it's a must.
Thirded(??!!)
My M5000 had a couple of dodgy pixels so replaced it.
Even using the old Sprite backup (v5 instead of v5.1) my device restored without any hitches - I had my new device up and running within 10mins - all applications working!!
I never chose to restore the email dB's though due to problems on a previous device and version of sprite backup - but is easy enough to setup again.
Matt
Personally I have both SPB and Sprite
Sprite is faster, but SPB creates a single .exe file that you simply double-click to restore; i.e. there is no need to reinstall SPB before restoring your machine.
So my vote goes to SPB (just)
Actually Sprite has the option to make "self restoring backups" since their latest 5.1 release.
thanks, I'll check that out
Sprite for sure !
Alternatively: Sunnysoft's Backup Manager (IMO superior to Spb) but does not reach Sprite (yet)
Cheers
hrb
Sprite it is.
V5.1 is just released and restores everything as it was before hard reset. Scheduled backups etc.
It also claims to be able to backup AFTER a ROM upgrade or to a different device. I have tried this and it hasn't worked although the guys at Sprite are on the case.
Hi all, i have branded diamond and the spritebackup software included don't work. So can u tell me some good software for do a backup? possible free?
thak you
I recommend SPB Backup
I use SPB backup, no problem on backup. Haven't tried a restore thou
I also use PIMBackup 2.8..
PIMBackup 2.8.
Hi, everyone. I am tired of installing all the stuff to the phone every time i hard reset it. Is there a program that does a full backup? I want to hard reset it, run the backup program and have all the things working. Regardless if they are installed on the phone or on he memory stick.
Is spb backup well suited for the job. Remember i want everything to work.
Hi
What about the SPB backup ?
It cost a little, but it deserve it .
i prefer sprite backup
Spb backup is what I use...
It creates an executable backup file.
So after you hard reset, just run the backup. Nothing to re-install!
I always make a backup before I install any new apps!!
Stuart
Does Spb backup backs up messages and contacts?
or does it only backs up programs?
Spb will backup everything from contact, sms.... to anything/everything on your storage card!
Stuart
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Spb will backup everything from contact, sms.... to anything/everything on your storage card!
Stuart
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OK, thanks, i'm going to give it a try .
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i prefer sprite backup
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That one seems also great and profi.
i also recommend spb back-up
I think Resco Backup is the most complete backup / restore software, but as it's a new challenger in Windows Mobile, they still have some small issues. For me everything works except the SMS / MMS restore, which I backup / restore temporary with PIM Backup 4.8 (which is a freeware).
I have made a backup with SPB from R1 Generic_UK ROM and I'm trying to use the backup file for the R2 Generic_UK ROM.
After restoring I got the error message:
"MainWnd.cpp 198
Unable connect to server"
Any solution?
I had problems with spb backup as well. mine did install, but i ended up with flickering screen and as soon as I clicked on settings the phone froze, so i had to take the battery out. I have been reinstalling and resetting everything for the past 4 hours.
You need to remember, If you are updating your rom...
This is essentially putting an new version of the OS your Xperia!!
So the Only items you want to restore is Databases(contacts, datebook, sms...etc) and Data(my docs area)
You do not want to restore system files or registry!!!
This will conflict with the new ROM!!!
So You after you restore only the Data.... You need to re-install apps!!!
hth,
Stuart
btw, when you run your current SPB Backup file. It will give you the option of a full retore or choosing what you want to re-Install (selective restore)....stu
I recommend SPB Backup. I use it to restore my phone about 3 times and it works great.
Features I like:
- Very fast backup and restore!
- Backups *everything*, stand-alone restorer.
- Can compress the backup.
- Can choose what to backup/restore.
- And the best thing: SPB Backup Sync! It's basically an application like the Active Sync program on your PC. You can configure it to make backups everytime you sync and copy them to your PC automatically. Works great.
Myself had trouble with it, and I did try the Pim backup, small software perhaps do not backup all the programs, but, back-up, contacts and differents folders
orelsi said:
Hi, everyone. I am tired of installing all the stuff to the phone every time i hard reset it. Is there a program that does a full backup? I want to hard reset it, run the backup program and have all the things working. Regardless if they are installed on the phone or on he memory stick.
Is spb backup well suited for the job. Remember i want everything to work.
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I test drove a few of the backup programs out there a while back and posted my fave two here: http://xperiancer.blogspot.com/2009/01/data-backup-be-prepared.html
I recently was notified of HTC Backup utility - a free utility, as well as the new version of Resco Backup which is supposedly better than SPB Backup. I will be checking them out in the next day or so and posting more at the blog.
What about a restore after a firmware update. Will it work?
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What about a restore after a firmware update. Will it work?
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I prefer to just backup pim.vol, cemail.vol, the weather database and a few other files. Then just let the new ROM run and install everything I want and put the backup files in play. It's fast and automatic. No fuss and it's all built in.
sprite backup does the same as spb backup,it has all the same features but i found it does not give me half as many errors as spb