How to Back Up Data on a Dell Axim to a Computer

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You can use ActiveSync software to back up the data on a Dell Axim to a computer. Follow these steps.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Step 1

Install ActiveSync. Simply insert the installation CD into your computer and follow the on-screen instructions.
Step 2

Connect your Dell Axim to the computer and launch ActiveSync.
Step 3

Open the “Tools” menu and select “Backup/Restore.”
Step 4

Select the option for “Full Backup.” Click “Backup Now.”
Step 5

Be patient. Full backups can take awhile. Wait for a “Backup Complete” message, then click “OK.”
Step 6

To restore, open the "Tools" menu from Step 3, but click the “Restore” tab.
Step 7

Click “Restore Now” and select the backup file.
Step 8

Read the warning and click “Restore.”
Step 9

Disconnect your Dell Axim and restart it. Be sure to wait until restoration is complete before disconnecting.

Tips & Warnings

Incremental backups are quicker, but you’ll have to do a full backup initially.
Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and Ethernet connections are faster than USB and IR.
Back up often. When you restore, you lose all data that wasn't backed up recently.
Your Dell Axim must have the same model number, language and regional settings as it did when you backed it up in order to restore.