Help Improve My XDA2i and Wi-Fi Problem

[ukrv]

Hi

I havent performed any upgrades to my XDA2i (official or otherwise) for at least 3 years - are there any upgrades I should consider?

Here is my Device Info

ROM Version : 1.11.00 WWE
ROM Date : 01/27/05
Radio Version : 1.00.00
Protocol Version : 1337.39
ExtROM Version : [THIS IS BLANK]

Model Number : PH10C

Also, I am unable to connect to WiFi with my XDAIIi

The device finds wifi signals and sometimes will make a connection - but when I try and open a webpage I get a screen showing "IIS7" and nothing else.

Here are my settings for WiFi :

Network Card Connects to tiacxwin Campatible Wireless Ethernet (for both The Internet and Work).

Power Save slider is set for Best Performance.


Thanks for any help and advice !!!

Paul

[peanut]

I am in a similar position Paul.
I have been given a 02 XDAll by my company to use for recording surveys.
Its bog standard like yours.
I'd really like to upgrade it but the problem is there is almost too much written about it on these forums .Most of it is so old and out of date that all the links are broken. Its hard work trawling through it.
What is needed is a simple basic upgrading overview listing all the options but I suppose everyone has moved on to more recent PDA's and are no longer interested in these

I've posted a similar request in the Himilayer section .Maybe we can share what we find
Nick

[deedee]

Nick, do you have a Himalaya or an Alpine? PH10B or PH10C?

The Alpine is stuck on WM2003, perfectly good for its task just not upgradeable to WM5 or WM6.

As for customising it realy depends what you are looking for.

[peanut]

Hi DeeDee thank you for responding. I feel guilty hyjacking Paul's thread.
Mine is a Himalaya 10B
with following spec
02 XDAll
2Gb SD card
Rom 1.72.00WWE
Date03/15/04
Radio 1.17.04
ext Rom 1.72.18.1
Ram 128Mb
Model PH10B

I just wanted to improve the Active page if its possible .I cannot read the tiny text so large button icons like the Diamond would be useful
I cannot set the Internet access up either ? have tried for hours.
I have a Netgear Wireless Modem router DG834G but neither the manual or quick guide explain how to set up the XDA .
I have spent several days trawling this site and the net.

Any help appreciated thank you

[ukrv]

Nick,

No problem joining in - if we can get the WiFi problem sorted I would be more than happy.


DeeDee,

Should my ExtROM Version be completely blank?


Thanks
Paul

[peanut]

Hi Paul
you're up early !

I have used WM5 on an XDA Mini S (Wizard) a couple of years ago. I imagine that most of the current software and apps are written for WM5 orWM6 so it will mean I'll need to upgrade to WM6. Presume that means flashing the Rom which judging by the number of disasters on this forum is not something I'd do lightly.
Particularly as there are virtually no answers to requests for help.

I found a statement last night that basically says unless you are a software developer you arn't welcome on this forum which probably explains the lack of help.

Yours has the 128 Rom as apposed to my 64Mb which is a big advantage. I have gone off the idea of buying a Himalaya or an Alpine as they are too antiquated really which is a shame as I love the build quality and screen size.

I'm going to look for something a bit more contemporary I think . In the mean time I'll enjoy using the works XDA ll

[deedee]

Hi

Flashing the Himalaya to WM5 or WM6 is painless and it has to be said slightly addictive, you will try many ROMs until you find one you like. Think I have tried most of the ROMs for the Himalaya.

The lack of help has NOTHING to do with not being a developer, i'm not one and have had lots of help. The problem is probably due to the lack of people using these PPCs. i have to confess my Himalaya is purely there as something to muck about with, work didn't want it any more. i have a Trinity as primary PPC phone and an Alpine with an application that doesn't work on WM5.

You won't get your Himalaya to connect to your WiFi as it doesn't do WiFi without an add on card.

[ukrv]

DeeDee,

Should my (Alpine) ExtROM Version be completely blank?


Thanks
Paul

[deedee]

Hi Paul

Can't remember and my Alpine is at home, but i don't think so.

[peanut]

Hi

Flashing the Himalaya to WM5 or WM6 is painless and it has to be said slightly addictive, you will try many ROMs until you find one you like. Think I have tried most of the ROMs for the Himalaya.

The lack of help has NOTHING to do with not being a developer, i'm not one and have had lots of help. The problem is probably due to the lack of people using these PPCs. i have to confess my Himalaya is purely there as something to muck about with, work didn't want it any more. i have a Trinity as primary PPC phone and an Alpine with an application that doesn't work on WM5.

You won't get your Himalaya to connect to your WiFi as it doesn't do WiFi without an add on card.

Thankyou DeeDee I appreciate you taking the trouble to answer silly questions by a noob.
I have downloaded and printed out a 140 page manual and there was nothing clear about connecting to wi-fi
If I have to carry this Hima around with me all day I might as well have it working as well as it can.I had intended to purchase a 3g Iphone for myself but now I'm not so sure I might buy a HTC instead if I can find one with 3.5" screen and wi-fi and a reasonable interface like touchflo
Nick

[deedee]

i have to say the smaller screen on my Trinity is perfectly adequate and that the larger form factor of the Alpine/Himalaya means you need a headset/handsfree kit to really use it as a phone.

It's also not pocketable, which my Trinity is, just. :)

If you can find a decent mobile shop and have a touchy feely sesion with as many as you can.

[peanut]

thanks DeeDee thats excellent advice. Photos never give a good indication of size and ease of use . The size is a bind like you say its heavy and too big for a shirt pocket but it is easier for me to work with using reading glasses.
I got an 02 XDA mini S when they first came out. I found the screen too small and fiddly and it stayed in the box unused for 18 months when I sold it on ebay for nothing so I have learnt my lesson.

[peanut]

DeeDee may I just ask one other question please. I have trawled through the wiki and various other sources but I still haven'y founf an answer to my initial question on the Himalaya board.

Q1 How do you install a new app on the Hima or Alpine ?
Q2. where does it get installed to ?
Today we lost the special survey App again Grrrrrrrrrrrv because the flippin battery went flat.
My boss is hopping mad and blames me !....I blame IT cos they installed it.

There must be somewhere we can install an App to that is non volatile and is not lost every time the battery goes flat.

Presumably the same place that WM2003 is installed ? How is it done ?

[deedee]

To install an app either:

1 - use Active Sync to install it if necessary
2 - if the install is a CAB file copy it to a memory card and then click it on the PPC to run the install.

As for the where it installs, when you run the installer it may ask where you wish to install, either Device/Storage Card. Make sure both batteries are charging. In all honesty it's not your fault that the end users aren't charging their Alpine on a regular basis.