[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] studdocs:
THIS IS WHAT O2 officially says!

Introduction

Since the launch of Xda IIs, a few enhancements have been made to the device. This System Software Upgrade consolidates all enhancements into a single ROM upgrade. O2 encourages Xda IIs users to upgrade their devices to this system software.

English ROM

ROM: 1.40.00 WWE

Date: 03/10/05

Radio: 1.12.00

Protocol: 1337.42

ExtROM: 1.40.923 WWE

MMS: 2.0.0.21

BT: 1.0.0 Build 3900

You can check the core software versions running on your device by going Start > Settings > System tab > Device Information.

WHAT'S NEW?

New features - Windows Media Player 10, support MP3 ringtone, manual band selection

Latest updates on Microsoft Windows Mobile - Microsoft AKU(*) release 2.6 for Windows Mobiles 2003 Second Edition

MMS client - MMS client upgraded to 2.0.0.21 with improvements in interoperability

Radio software - Tested in major operators network in Asia. Improvements on GRPS and GSM performance.

New and updated operator network settings ¡V New additional operator settings for CTM (Macau), Orange (Thailand), Peoples (Hong Kong) and Sun Cellular (Philippines)

Resolutions to known issues

Radio will no longer automatically switched Off after Autoconfig with specific steps

Optus Zoo - CSD Line Type set to 9600 bps (v.32) and Non-transparent

Vodafone - the GPRS session will no longer be disconnected automatically if there is no data transfer for 3 min

Occasion call volume fluctuates when in move

Fixed failure in MTSMS during SDCCH handover

Fixed hang when trying to xbackup to a write protected SD card

REQUIREMENTS BEFORE UPGRADE

Microsoft Windows 2000 or XP with ActiveSync 3.7.1 or later. Other operating systems are NOT supported and may result in damages to your devices.

SPECIAL NOTES

1. All data and applications will be lost. Please backup data before the installation. Reinstallation of

third-party applications will be required.

2. Once being installed, previous ROM cannot be restored. Should problems happen during or after the

installation, the device may require servicing in O2 service centres.

PRECAUTIONS:

1. Make sure battery power of your device is fully charged

2. Reset your device and close all running applications prior to upgrade

3. Restart your PC and close all applications prior to upgrade

4. Connect directly to the USB port of your PC. Using a USB hub may affect ROM upgrade process

5. Do not interrupt the ROM upgrade process

6. Do not use other applications on your PC during the ROM upgrade

(*) AKU = Adaptation Kit Update

Disclaimer

This software is distributed without warranty. Please read the EULA carefully for terms and conditions. O2 is not liable for any personal data loss on the product during the installation of this utility.

FAQ

Do I need the upgrade?

Where can I download the software?

HHow can I check if the installation is successful or not?

How can I rollback?

What is the ROM version after applied the software?

Can this software upgrade apply to Chinese version?

What happens if my upgrade stops?

Do I need the upgrade?

Check your software version (Start > Settings > System tab > Device Information > Version tab. If any of the software version number is older than below, you can consider the upgrade:

English ROM

ROM: 1.40.00 WWE

Radio: 1.12.00

ExtROM: 1.40.923 WWE

MMS: 2.0.0.21

Note that only registered user can download the software upgrade.

Please note that performing the upgrade will ERASE ALL data and applications. Please follow the procedure to backup your data before proceed. Reinstallation of other add-on applications will be required afterward.

Where can I download the software?

The software is available in O2 portal www.SeeO2.com for registered user only.

How can I check if the installation is successful or not?

Upon successful installation, the software versions should be updated to:

English ROM

ROM: 1.40.00 WWE

Radio: 1.12.00

ExtROM: 1.40.923 WWE

MMS: 2.0.0.21

To check, please go to Start > Settings > System tab > Device Information > Version tab

How can I rollback?

The software cannot be uninstalled. You will need to send it to our service centres. Please also state your reason(s) for rollback.

What is the ROM version after applied the software?

English ROM

ROM: 1.40.00 WWE

Radio: 1.12.00

ExtROM: 1.40.923 WWE

MMS: 2.0.0.21

Can this software upgrade apply to Chinese version?

This software upgrade is currently for English devices only. Chinese version will be available shortly.

What happens if my upgrade stops?

Should the installation process be interrupted or terminated abnormally, please restart your PC, ensure all running applications stopped, then repeat the process again