I just bought this garmin nuvi 255w gps unit. I already have a good usb cable and plugged it into the gps unit....plugged it into my computer...but seems that computer doesn't see it attached. Do I have to do something else? The Garmin Screen shows the picture "attaching to computer" but my computer doesn't do anything. Please help. I just want to run updates and add more P.O.I. to it. thankyou
SOURCE: My Garmin Nuvi 255w Car Gps
You must call Garmin at 1-800-800-1020 they will walk you through plugging in nuvi to your computer (must have usb cord) and it will upload then go to my computer and choose garmin drive then click garmin folder and either find the folder they say or make new one like I did with the guy on the phone and put in code. The only information needed is the numbers on the bottom of the device.... super fast fix!
SOURCE: Garmin Nuvi 255w freezes
mine would constantly cycle in the reboot. I had to clear the stored data by pressng and holding the lower right side of the screen and turning on the gps. once it boots up, it will ask if you want to clear the data memory (will not clear the actual maps). say yes, when it reboots, you will have to redo your personal settings as if it was new out of the box.
SOURCE: Garmin Nuvi 255w
Hi,
This link shows how to open the case to replace the battery, for example.
http://www.newpower99.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=GARMIN+NUVI+255W&Show=ExtInfo
It also shows the tool required to open the case.
Hope it helps, please let me know.
Thanks
SOURCE: nuvi® 255W Car GPS Receiver: i have a garmin nuvi 255w and its locked and need ...
Plain and simple answer: Can't.
Detailed answer: this is a security system feature which cannot be bypassed. The only way to get around the password feature is to send it in to Garmin, with the original receipt from an authorized dealer, and they will unlock it for you.
SOURCE: nuvi® 255W Car GPS Receiver: The screen of my Garmin nuvi 255w GPS is white and...
Press and hold the lower right corner - then see second picture
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