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2:12am silent636 7 years Since I had this problem and no one seemed to have a solution that worked for me, here's what I did. That doesn't mean it will work for
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you and it does not mean it won't ruin your unit. My problem: The garmin nuvi 255w reset unit would turn on, Garmin logo would show up, and the "Loading maps..." text would show up and right at that garmin nuvi 255w troubleshooting moment the unit would restart, looping in this pattern. Connecting to a computer to use WebUpdater was unsuccessful. The solid state memory was inaccessible in MyComputer. Device seemed to be screwed. Solution: 1) Download the
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v7.10 software from: http://www.garmin.com/software/nuvi2x5_GCDFile__710.gcd (or http://www.garmin.com/software/nuvi2x5w_GCDFile__710.gcd for the 2x5w units) 2) Download RGN Tool from: http://turboccc.wikispaces.com/RGN_Tool 3) Download and install USB Drivers from: http://www8.garmin.com/support/download_details.jsp?id=591 4) Download eTrex update from: http://www8.garmin.com/support/download_details.jsp?id=1385 5) Extract Updater.exe out of the file from #4. It would make sense to have all of these files in the same folder. 6) Download G7Towin.exe from: http://www.gpsinformation.org/ronh/g7towin.zip 7) Start RGN Tool program and open nuvi2x5_GCDFile__710.gcd 8) Click the save
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to RGN icon and save it as a RGN file such as 085101000710en.rgn (in my case). 9) Now, this next part is tricky because it appears to vary with the software version you are using. My unit would turn on as soon as I plugged it into the USB and begin looping. What I did was push my finger on the top left corner of the touchscreen while plugging it into the USB with the other hand. If you did it correctly, the screen will stay on the Garmin logo and the computer will install the device. Otherwise, if it continues to loop, push the top-left corner again and turn it on and hold the switch in the on position while plugging it in. However you get it to stay on the Garmin screen and install to windows, DONT LET GO! 10) Open the G7Towin program and click GPS/Get GPS ID from the menu bar. Verify your HWID is 0851 (for 255, unsure about 255w). If it is not, stop here as you can do some damage to your unit if you proceed. 11) Assuming you have the 0851 HWID unit, repeat step 9. 12) This time, go into MyComputer where you saved the Updater.exe and 7.10 sof
to manage cookies, or dismiss this message and continue to use cookies. system software missing on 255w cse_20 0 Points December 2008 edited November -1 in Garmin Auto Forum (Garmin Nuvi, Garmin Drive garmin nuvi 255w system software missing fix Forum) Hi,I have searched this site and googled this problem but have not
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found anything. So here goes.....I did an webupdate, next time I turned it on, I get the Garmin logo, with system garmin nuvi stuck on loading maps screen software missiing and it just stays there.Any way to fix this, I have reconnected with webupdater and if I try to reload current version, as soon as it starts I get a corrupted file message http://www.poi-factory.com/node/31902 and it aborts.I have also tried getting into the preload mode, doesn'twork.I tried the press lower right hand corner while turning on, same thing, nothing.I have read that some people can get some software to reload, anyone know anything more or can help out.Thanks,Cse_20 Comments Punkrulz 0 Points December 2008 Sorry CSE, I'm new to the GPS world myself however there are many experienced people here that may be able http://forums.gpsreview.net/discussion/10258/system-software-missing-on-255w to help you resolve your issue. I wish you the best of luck! cse_20 0 Points December 2008 Thanks for the reply, I'm hoping someone here knows what the solution is.Cse_20 ordertwo 0 Points December 2008 did you make a back up copy of your GPS System Files Before you stared any updates ? Doing a system reset want help if you have corrupted the System Software . cgguajardo 0 Points December 2008 try thishttp://www.smart-mobile.com/forum/discussion/comment/1393055/It has the update files just rename the file you want to GUPDATE.GCD and put them in the unit in usb mode cse_20 0 Points December 2008 HI,Thanks for the info, but I already tried dumping a Gupdate file.The problem is that either with the webupdater or by dragging a file to the webupdater, the upload is aborted. I get an error about the data packet not recognized, or there is a problem with the device or with the webupdater program.I know the cable and the webupdater program is good, I am able to connect with another GPS unit.This one is another story.Thanks for your patience, I think I'll call garmin and see what they can do to re-program.Cse_20 SergZak 235 Points December 2008 You need the .RGN (region) file flashed to t
Close × Menu Repair Guides Answers Forum Parts & Tools Store Teardowns Translate Join Log In GO iFixit Fast Order Create a Page Edit Billing Info Order History Logout Join Log In Repair Guides Answers Forum Parts & Tools Store Teardowns Translate View Edit History Troubleshooting Garmin Nuvi https://www.ifixit.com/Wiki/Troubleshooting_Garmin_Nuvi_255W 255W Contents Trouble retrieving satellite signalBroken Power buttonUnable to charge deviceBattery does not rechargeUnable to charge the device in a vehicleMalfunctioning speakerClearing used data for the deviceUnresponsive touch screen of the deviceClean the touch screenReplace the touch screenComputer cannot detect the deviceUsing the USB cable Trouble retrieving satellite signal¶ The Garmin Nuvi 255W is having trouble finding a proper signal. If you are having trouble obtaining a satellite signal, make sure your Nüvi is out of garmin nuvi parking garages and away from tall buildings and tress. Then remain stationary for several minutes. Broken Power button¶ The power button is not functioning properly. If your power button is stuck or cracked, follow the directions in the link shown below to learn how to properly install a new power button into your device. Garmin Nuvi 255W power button installation Unable to charge device¶ The device is unable to recharge. Battery does not recharge¶ If your battery garmin nuvi 255w does not recharge, most likely the battery has died and you need to replace it. Follow the directions in the link shown below to learn how to properly install a new battery into your device. Garmin Nuvi 255W battery installation Unable to charge the device in a vehicle¶ First, make sure your car is turned on while you are trying to charge your nüvi. The device will not charge if the vehicle is not supplying power. Also, make sure your device is out of direct sunlight as it will only charge between 32 and 113 degrees F. If your device still won't charge check the fuse in the power cable. Malfunctioning speaker¶ The speaker of the Garmin Nuvi 255W does not produce desired sounds. If your speaker does not produce any sound or produces unnatural sounds, follow the directions in the link shown below to learn how to properly install a new speaker into your device. Garmin Nuvi 255W speaker installation Clearing used data for the device¶ This will clear all data from the device. To clear all the data on your nüvi hold your finger on the lower-right corner fo the nüvi screen while it is turning on. Keep your finger pressed until the message appears. touch "Yes" to clear all user data. Unresponsive touch screen of the device¶ The touch screen of the Garmin Nuvi 255W i