This discussion has been locked.
You can no longer post new replies to this discussion. If you have a question you can start a new discussion

Easy backup of settings?

6978990
1 month ago

Are there any files one can save and restore following a full device reset to bring back all settings, profiles, wi-fi networks etc? Otherwise reconfiguring everything is quite a task once you have it dialed in the way you like it. Garmin Express has a device backup restore function but I've never seen a way to create the backup. 

  • 0 1 month ago

    You can backup via the Connect app.

    1. Connect: Ensure your Edge 840 is connected to the Garmin Connect app on your phone.
    2. Navigate: In the app, go to "More" > "Garmin Devices" > [Your Edge device] > "System" > "Back Up & Restore" or "Restore & Reset".
    3. Create Backup: Select "Device Backups" and choose to create a new backup.
    4. Restore Backup: To restore from a backup, select the desired backup file and follow the prompts. 
  • 0 1 month ago in reply to Oren

    Backup and restore is not an option for me:

    This is following the directions you gave.

    Only reset is available (from the device itself)

  • 0 1 month ago in reply to 6978990

    Funny, take a look here then:

    Backing up Your Personal Settings and Profile on Edge Devices | Garmin Support share.google/QfXd1yzH6Xx8yX2SK

    support.garmin.com/.../

  • 0 1 month ago in reply to Oren

    Thanks that seemed easy enough... except it didn't restore my activity profiles and some settings exactly as expected. Does the "create backup" you mentioned work more smoothly?

  • 0 1 month ago

    IDK, but I can see all my setting on the phone Connect app when my Edge is awake and actively connected via BT.  I did a factory reset on the Edge a few months ago, and all my activity profiles and settings were pretty much restored.  I had to re-install any IQ apps that I had had on it. .