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My new hp laptop is great. But with 64-bit vista on it I can't sync my palm tx to it. Any solutions?

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Quick summary and reliable options (short): use wireless HotSync (Wi‑Fi or Bluetooth) to avoid 64‑bit USB driver problems; or install the community 64‑bit USB driver and update the device in Device Manager; or run a 32‑bit VM (XP Mode or similar) with Palm Desktop if USB drivers won’t behave. For very old Palms, the Pimlico “Legacy HotSync” patch can fix mismatched sync methods. See the PalmDB HotSync setup and the Aceeca driver archive for downloads, and Pimlico for the legacy fix. (palmdb.net)

If the TX doesn’t show an “Other” choice (as reported): open Applications → HotSync on the TX, tap the pick‑list for Connection and choose a Network/TCP/IP or Bluetooth entry (or create a New connection and add the PC’s IP). On the PC open HotSync Manager → Settings → Connections and check the same transport (Network or Bluetooth); then try HotSync. Make sure both devices are on the same subnet (or give the PC a static/reserved IP) and check the HotSync logs for errors. The TX user guide and PalmDB HotSync notes describe these steps. (web.archive.org)

If you prefer USB: download the Aceeca 64‑bit driver, extract it, plug the cable in, then in Device Manager update the driver and point Windows to the extracted folder (or right‑click the .inf and Install). If that still fails, install Palm Desktop inside a 32‑bit VM and attach the USB device to the VM for an isolated, working cable sync. Community guides walk through both approaches. (palmdb.net)

Quick troubleshooting checklist (common causes):

  • Run Palm Desktop and HotSync Manager as Administrator.
  • Add a HotSync exception in Windows Firewall (prefer adding the app rather than opening random ports).
  • Try a different USB port/cable and check logs.
  • If using third‑party drivers, beware driver signing/security prompts. See Microsoft firewall and ‘run as admin’ notes before changing settings. (support.microsoft.com)

This combines ’s wireless suggestion, ’s LAN success, and ’s compatibility warning into concrete steps to try now.

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Member Avatar for submitqueen

May be your palm tx is not compatiable with windows vista. Check with the palm tx vendor for support.

Member Avatar for line2ellen

Try hotsync using the bluetooth or wifi capability. That works for mine. Good luck!

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My new hp laptop is great. But with 64-bit vista on it I can't sync my palm tx to it. Any solutions?

I have 64 bit windows 7 and have done the following. First my T/X will connect to the net using my local Wifi. I loaded palm desktop 6.2 and told the palm to connect through the network and gave it the local IP address for the my computer. pressed the hot sync button and it works great. I was concerned this would not work. I have been doing LAN syncs for quite sometime but they have always required the first sync to be with a cable. This was not the case with 6.2

Your other option would be to get a bluetooth dongle for your computer and sync that way, palm have directions on their site for that.

Member Avatar for salarmie

I'm trying to hotsync Palm TX with 64-bit Window 7 but I get stuck at step 4 which tells me to tap "Other" button at the bottom to enter PC's IP address. I do not see that "Other" on my TX screen. It's frustrating me. Help me out. I love the TX and want to use it.

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first, Welcome to daniweb
second please start a new thread and try not to revive old thread.

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Hi,

Unfortunately a 64Bit Operating system or Windows 7 is not compatible with the legacy palm softwares if you are looking to set up a wired connection.

Best way you can Sync palm with Windows is using Palm Desktop 6.2.2 and setting up wireless connection via bluetooth or WiFi.

It's bit complicated but it works for sure.

Ryan McCarthy

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