Instaling new update on Garmin Nuvi 2589

Express will do that automatically when updating the CN map

Are you also using an microSD card?  The nuvi 2589 can use up to 32 GB. 

Thx John, I am rrying to avoid getting SD card for now unkess there is no other choice

Thx Can I delete old maps so I cam have more space ? woud it damage any data on my GPS?

As I said Express will do that automatically before it installs the new map, assuming you're talking about the normal Garmin CN map that is on your nuvi? If Express is asking for a sd card then you manually deleting the map won't change the need for a sd card. I'm not sure why you're trying to avoid installing a card, as devices work perfectly well with them installed.

32 GB microSD cards are about US$10 right now.  A 16GB will work fine although that are sometimes hard to find.  Any chance you have a old smartphone laying around that might have used a card?  If so format it and try it in the GPS.  I also see that Walmart has a 32GB for about $8 Canadian.  See https://www.walmart.ca/en/ip/Verbatim-VER44083-microSDHC/6000196254518.  Just don't buy anything bigger than 32GB.  Although the 2589 uses a 4GB minimum card I'd recommend 8GB minimum based on my 2689 and its card.  

Thx for various suggestions. I appreciate it. :-)

I have installed a 32 GB microSD card and the unit is stuck on preparing for device for map updates.  What should I do?

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Please start a new thread in future rather than hijack another one, as it gets confusing when threads drift off topic.  

For now disconnect it and try again. If that doesn't work please start a new thread and confirm you're running the latest Express, and state which device you have.

I rebooted my computer and it is now working.  Thank you!