Re: Programs that must/should be installed into the RAM ?
From: Brad Isaac (admin_at_stopspam.pocketpcaddict.com)
Date: 01/03/05
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Date: Mon, 03 Jan 2005 07:57:05 -0500
On 3 Jan 2005 02:25:05 -0800, Peter Frank <peter_frankde@yahoo.de> wrote:
> I have an iPAQ 2210 and I extended it with a 512 MB SD memory card.
> So, for storing software (programs) and data I have some RAM, very
> little ROM (iPAQ File Store) and a lot of SD card memory available.
> The RAM is the fastest memory but in contrast to ROM and SD card
> memory it is volatile, so if the battery goes empty before re-loading
> any software and data saved there will be gone.
> Therefore, I would prefer to install/save as little as possible in the
> RAM. Can you tell me which programs must/should be installed into the
> RAM?
> Peter
> P.S.: When someday I will have to *exchange* the battery, how can I
> make sure not to lose what is saved in the RAM?
You need to install any apps that utilize your hardware buttons in RAM.
In other words if you push a button to launch your contact manager, it
needs to be in RAM. Also, OS components such as the Microsoft SQL
components, or updates to your ROM image such as Bluetooth fixes should be
in RAM too. If you use NetFront browser it goes in RAM as well, but most
other things can be installed on a storage card.
I recommend frequent backups to make sure data is not lost during times
such as battery replacements. Although you shouldn't lose data, it's been
hit or miss in my observations. You could use Sprite backup to back up
your RAM to a storage card, or you could use ActiveSync as a free option
for backups. I have some detailed instructions on how to use ActiveSync
to back up here:
http://www.pocketpcaddict.com/modules.php?name=Forums&file=viewtopic&t=2274
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