Linux compatibility

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24 days ago

Hello,

I am considering purchasing an Edge 540. I only use a Linux computer (no Windows or Mac). Can anyone confirm whether the new Edge 540 will work with Linux?

Thank you!

  • 0 23 days ago

    To browse the device, copy/paste files is no problem, but Garmin Express won't work.

  • 0 1 day ago

    I have the 840 and running Aurura linux (Fedora Silverblue base with KDE).

    I was just able to get maps updated on my device using Garmin Express through the Virtual Machine Manager/QEMU by redirecting the USB to a Windows 11 VM.

    I hate that I have to do it that way, but it works.

    I did get an error that the USB was already in use when I redirected it, but running the terminal command "usbmuxd -x" then trying again get it working. Not only did I update maps, but it syncs the data, too. Everything works as I'd expect, but we really need native Linux support.