Handspring Backup Springboard Module

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Product Details

Product Manual [180kb PDF]

• Item Weight: 1 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B00004TDN4
• Item model number: 6002W
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (43 customer reviews)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes
• Date first available at Amazon.com: September 4, 1999

Product Description

Product Description
Back it all up! The Backup Module lets you back up your entire Handspring handheld with one touch. The module can then be removed and stored separately from your handheld. Mobile users who don't have access to their desktop for HotSyncing, or users who don't HotSync with a PC, won't be able to live without it. If you lose data in your handheld (due to battery failure, etc.), you can easily restore the backup copy stored in the Backup Module. Just insert the module and click the button!

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

56 of 56 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The ideal Visor travel companion, November 3, 2000

By	Evans Thompson (Dallas, TX USA) - See all my reviews

I love my Visor. I keep "traditional" Palm information such as names and appointments, but I also keep books, reference materials, and databases. If I'm around my computer, I HotSync several times a day. Recently, though, I had to go on a business trip for a couple of months and would not have the ability to HotSync. I figured ... for some piece of mind was a good investment.

The backup process couldn't be easier. You pop the Springboard module into its bay, the Visor turns on and the Backup application appears. Tapping the backup button starts the backup operation, which lasts a couple of minutes. After that, you remove the module and store it in a safe place.

I have actually used both the backup and restore features. I was very impressed by the ability to restore every aspect of the Visor, from its ID, to its preferences. All the applications and data were copied exactly, which saved me considerable frustration after having to perform a hard-reset.

If you're constantly synching with your computer, you don't need the Backup module. If you are often away from your computer or if you use your Visor as a standalone PDA, the Backup module is not only crucial. This feature alone makes the Visor a worthwhile investment over a Palm.

31 of 32 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good insurance policy, June 1, 2000

By	"henrichd" (Minneapolis, MN) - See all my reviews

Many people depend on the hotsync feature with their PC to save their data in case of a loss of battery or the old "Fatal Exception" error. Re-syncing with your PC only brings back your data ( phone numbers,appointments,etc) not all the programs you have loaded on the Visor. You probably didn't save the original file you downloaded, so know you have to go find them on the web again. This module saves everything so you don't have to worry. It's saved me lots of time.

22 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Simple, easy backup; great if you don't sync to a PC, June 11, 2000

By	Don Nunn "Don" (Seattle, WA) - See all my reviews

The Handspring Backup Springboard Module is a quick and easy way to keep your Visor's data safe. The module accommmodates all the data on a Visor Deluxe, and its simple one-step backup and restore processes are virtually fool-proof.

This module provides a second form of backup for users who synchronize their Visor handhelds to a PC or a Mac. For users who don't sync to a PC or Mac, this module is a must-have to keep your data safe.