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SP19473 — iPAQ Pocket PC Fix for Unauthorized ROM Version

SoftPaq Number SP19473
Filename sp19473.exe
Size 1174K
Date November 16, 2001
Version 2001.11.16
Operating System Microsoft Windows for Pocket PC 2002

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TITLE: iPAQ Pocket PC Fix for Unauthorized ROM Version

VERSION: 2001.11.16

DESCRIPTION: 
This SoftPaq places two recovery files on your iPAQ Pocket PC, thereby enabling the 
handheld to accept an authorized ROM version update.

PURPOSE: Critical Update
SOFTPAQ NUMBER: SP19473
SUPERSEDES: None
PART NUMBER: N/A
EFFECTIVE DATE: November 16, 2001
CATEGORY: Utilities
SSM SUPPORTED: No

PRODUCT TYPE(S): Handhelds

PRODUCT MODEL(S): iPAQ H3600 Series Pocket PC

OPERATING SYSTEM(S): Microsoft Windows for Pocket PC 2002

LANGUAGE(S): English

ENHANCEMENTS: N/A

FIXES: 
 - Enables iPAQ H3600 Series Pocket PC to accept an authorized ROM version. 
      
PREREQUISITES: You will need SoftPaq SP16986, iPAQ H3600 Series Pocket PC ROM Update,
               to complete this procedure.

HOW TO USE:

       1. Download the SoftPaq to a directory on your hard drive.
          The file downloaded is a self-extracting executable with a filename 
          based on the SoftPaq Number above.

       2. Execute the downloaded file and follow the on-screen instructions. 

       3. When the SoftPaq has finished installing, perform a Normal Reset by 
          using the stylus to press the hole on the bottom of the unit.

       4. Download SP16986 (iPAQ H3600 Series Pocket PC ROM Update) available 
          from: http://www.compaq.com/support/ and follow the installation 
          instructions. This will flash ROM v1.77 onto the unit, providing you 
          with an authorized version of Pocket PC 2000.

       5. Perform a Full Reset of the iPAQ Pocket PC by placing the battery switch 
          in the 'OFF' position for a minimum of 30 seconds. Then switching it back 
	  to the 'ON' position.


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