Firmware flashing: does it wipeout all files?

keal · 10-31-2008, 15:57

I'm wondering if the O2 loses everything in its internal memory when doing a firmware update. If so, I'll most likely get an O2 with the smallest memory and store my media on SDHC cards.

If anyone can shed light on flashing and memory loss, I'd appreciate it

WAI · 10-31-2008, 16:05

i'd assume the same will happen as the D2 does when accepting to update the Firmware. some versions do NOT remove the Data and some or most do. either way, it is still a good idea to back up your Photos, Music, and Videos or any Txts files you may have as well. remember... do NOT have the SD Card in while accepting to update. doing this can cause problems.

revmike · 10-31-2008, 16:06

The manual says;
Back up any important data before the firmware upgrade as the data in the
memory may be deleted during the process. COWON is not responsible for any
loss of data, if not backed up.

blackriders · 10-31-2008, 18:34

That's weak, how come on my a2 I never lost any files while upgrading?
Does it have something to do with the flash memory?

WAI · 10-31-2008, 21:17

Quote:

Originally Posted by blackriders

That's weak, how come on my a2 I never lost any files while upgrading?
Does it have something to do with the flash memory?

that maybe so. that seems to be the case while upgrading with Flash based players but every Firmware is designed different so.

keal · 11-01-2008, 03:55

Thanks for the info, FURR

I'm going to go with the 16GB O2 (since Jetmall.net doesn't have the 8GB) and go with a 32GB SDHC card.

It will probably take a long time to backup 32GB to the computer, flash the O2, then drag the files back again, so I won't keep too much media files on the internal memory.

WAI · 11-01-2008, 10:32

that's good. i'll be getting a O2 myself but probably only the 8GB version but idk just yet.

blackriders · 11-01-2008, 13:40

Damm having to back up all my data even once every 2-3 months because of a firmware upgrade is going to be a major hassle.

DaremoS · 11-01-2008, 19:32

If A2 or A3 doesn't delete the data when there is a FW upgrade then O2 doesn't do that either.
That warning by Cowon is the normal warning of any upgradeable device. Even PC programs show this kind of warning.
To be sure of this ask in A2/A3 forum about it.

qwertgfdsa · 11-03-2008, 11:35

I didn't backup anything and I have upgraded twice without losing any files.

keal · 11-03-2008, 12:06

Quote:

Originally Posted by qwertgfdsa

I didn't backup anything and I have upgraded twice without losing any files.

Great to know, thanks

Since the U3 and D2 players have everything on its internal memory wiped out when doing a proper firmware flashing, I'm used to backing up everything. I've always admired how iPod players don't lose anything during an upgrade, so it's good to see the O2 following suit

Torgodevil · 11-04-2008, 20:09

Quote:

Originally Posted by qwertgfdsa

I didn't backup anything and I have upgraded twice without losing any files.

I can confirm this. It doesn't delete on upgrade so far for me either.

emorphien · 11-14-2008, 16:37

I updated my device from 1.09 to 1.11 after I got it today and it didn't wipe out any of the files.

keal · 11-15-2008, 10:02

Now that I own an O2, I'll also confirm that updating the firmware doesn't wipe out files. I just did the latest firmware, 1.12, and everything was OK. Also, all your settings are intact. Custom EQ, wallpaper... survives the update!

Mr. Black · 11-15-2008, 16:28

The topic question has now been answered, thanks for everyones contribution...time to close this sucker....

Thread can be re-opened upon request (would need to be a good reason for it though

)

10-31-2008, 15:57	#1
keal Cowon D2, still the audio KING Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Hawaii Posts: 526	Firmware flashing: does it wipeout all files? I'm wondering if the O2 loses everything in its internal memory when doing a firmware update. If so, I'll most likely get an O2 with the smallest memory and store my media on SDHC cards. If anyone can shed light on flashing and memory loss, I'd appreciate it __________________ Owner of Cowon's i5/U3/D2/O2 players Using Acer Iconia W500 (with 32GB internal memory, 64GB SDXH & Windows 7 OS) as my main PMP Using Cowon O2 as an all-day voice recorder Using Cowon D2 with Headroom Total Bithead ampdac for euphoric audio listening sessions JetAudio user since v4.0.2 Etymotic ER-4P user since 2003

10-31-2008, 16:05	#2
WAI VIP Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: United States, Alabama Posts: 4,843	i'd assume the same will happen as the D2 does when accepting to update the Firmware. some versions do NOT remove the Data and some or most do. either way, it is still a good idea to back up your Photos, Music, and Videos or any Txts files you may have as well. remember... do NOT have the SD Card in while accepting to update. doing this can cause problems. __________________ My Thread D2 Theme/Flash Skin Packs, FAQ, and Tools S9 UCI's, FAQ, and Tools + READ the Disclaimer Notice.Thanks! Link to All COWON Products includes: Firmware/Manuals/logos (Unable to access them without Login) FOLLOW ME! Youtube UStream Twitter

11-01-2008, 03:55	#6
keal Cowon D2, still the audio KING Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Hawaii Posts: 526	Thanks for the info, FURR I'm going to go with the 16GB O2 (since Jetmall.net doesn't have the 8GB) and go with a 32GB SDHC card. It will probably take a long time to backup 32GB to the computer, flash the O2, then drag the files back again, so I won't keep too much media files on the internal memory. __________________ Owner of Cowon's i5/U3/D2/O2 players Using Acer Iconia W500 (with 32GB internal memory, 64GB SDXH & Windows 7 OS) as my main PMP Using Cowon O2 as an all-day voice recorder Using Cowon D2 with Headroom Total Bithead ampdac for euphoric audio listening sessions JetAudio user since v4.0.2 Etymotic ER-4P user since 2003

11-01-2008, 10:32	#7
WAI VIP Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: United States, Alabama Posts: 4,843	that's good. i'll be getting a O2 myself but probably only the 8GB version but idk just yet. __________________ My Thread D2 Theme/Flash Skin Packs, FAQ, and Tools S9 UCI's, FAQ, and Tools + READ the Disclaimer Notice.Thanks! Link to All COWON Products includes: Firmware/Manuals/logos (Unable to access them without Login) FOLLOW ME! Youtube UStream Twitter

11-01-2008, 19:32	#9
DaremoS Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Santiago, CHILE Posts: 887	If A2 or A3 doesn't delete the data when there is a FW upgrade then O2 doesn't do that either. That warning by Cowon is the normal warning of any upgradeable device. Even PC programs show this kind of warning. To be sure of this ask in A2/A3 forum about it. __________________ I do not agree with what you have to say, but I'll defend to the death your right to say it. ---- Voltaire, the guy who sells newspapers

10-31-2008, 16:06	#3
revmike Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 366	The manual says; Back up any important data before the firmware upgrade as the data in the memory may be deleted during the process. COWON is not responsible for any loss of data, if not backed up.

10-31-2008, 18:34	#4
blackriders Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Posts: 302	That's weak, how come on my a2 I never lost any files while upgrading? Does it have something to do with the flash memory?

11-01-2008, 13:40	#8
blackriders Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Posts: 302	Damm having to back up all my data even once every 2-3 months because of a firmware upgrade is going to be a major hassle.

11-03-2008, 11:35	#10
qwertgfdsa Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 33	I didn't backup anything and I have upgraded twice without losing any files.

11-14-2008, 16:37	#13
emorphien Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 73	I updated my device from 1.09 to 1.11 after I got it today and it didn't wipe out any of the files.

11-15-2008, 10:02	#14
keal Cowon D2, still the audio KING Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Hawaii Posts: 526	Now that I own an O2, I'll also confirm that updating the firmware doesn't wipe out files. I just did the latest firmware, 1.12, and everything was OK. Also, all your settings are intact. Custom EQ, wallpaper... survives the update! __________________ Owner of Cowon's i5/U3/D2/O2 players Using Acer Iconia W500 (with 32GB internal memory, 64GB SDXH & Windows 7 OS) as my main PMP Using Cowon O2 as an all-day voice recorder Using Cowon D2 with Headroom Total Bithead ampdac for euphoric audio listening sessions JetAudio user since v4.0.2 Etymotic ER-4P user since 2003

11-15-2008, 16:28	#15
Mr. Black ~~Title~~ Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: 404 Posts: 4,067	The topic question has now been answered, thanks for everyones contribution...time to close this sucker.... Thread can be re-opened upon request (would need to be a good reason for it though ) __________________ Gone! Just like that!

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