Software
Update: SL-5500 System ROM and Synchronization Software
Update
 This page provides complete instructions for
downloading and installing the latest ROM Update and Synchronization
Software Update for the Zaurus SL-5500. The System ROM and Synchronization
Software update provides software enhancements, new functionality, and
expands functionality of your current software version.
The supported operating systems for this update are as follows:
Microsoft® Windows® 98, Windows 98 Second Edition, Windows 2000, Windows
Me, Windows XP Home, Windows XP Professional.
ROM Version: 2.37, June 20, 2002
Synchronization software version: 1.43(Intellisync) Summary of
Changes
Enhancements: 1. Improved and enhanced
Intellisync™ and Qtopia synchronization 2. Eliminated
potential synchronization failure when CF or SD cards are
installed. 3. Improved the USB driver for easier
synchronization 4. Eliminated a possible memory leak
during Synchronization 5. Added synchronization of
multiple categories 6. Added support for Socket 10/100
CF LAN card
Installation
Instructions

Intellisync Synchronization Software
Update Note: If you are using Qtopia desktop,
skip to the Qtopia Sychronization Software Update section.
1. Download the Intellisync setup program
Download the setup program (below)
2. Uninstall the current Intellisync software.
Execute the setupi.exe file. This will uninstall the current
version of Intellisync.
Follow the on-screen instructions and reboot the PC when
prompted.
3. Install the updated Intellisyc software.
Execute the same setupi.exe file. This will install the current
updated version of Intellisync.
Follow the on-screen instructions and Reboot the PC when prompted.
An Intellysinc setup box will appear after you reboot your PC.
4. Configure Intellisync.
Click on Synchronization Options and configure them with your
synchronization preferences.
Refer to the User Manual for detailed instructions.
5. Proceed to the Zaurus System ROM Update
Qtopia Synchronization Software
Update
1. Download the Qtopia setup program.
Download the setup program (below)
2. Uninstall the current Qtopia software.
Execute the setupq.exe file. This will uninstall the current
version of Qtopia desktop.
Follow the on-screen instructions and reboot the PC when
prompted.
3. Install the updated Qtopia software.
Execute the same setupq.exe file. This will install the
current updated version of Qtopia.
Follow the on-screen instructions and reboot the PC when
prompted.
Zaurus ROM Update
program 1. Backup the programs and files on the
Zaurus
This step can be skipped if you do not want to backup your
documents, applications or settings on the Zaurus.
You will need an SD or CF memory card to backup installed
applications and settings.
Insert a CF or SD card into the Zaurus
Tap on the Settings tab, and then tap on Backup Restore
application.
On the Backup/Restore screen, tap on Backup, select the card
for backup (SD or CF), then tap Start.
2. Backup of documents: This step can be skipped if
you do not want to backup your documents on the Zaurus.
Place the Zaurus into the docking station with the unit powered on
Select the File Transfer option of the synchronization software
(Intellisync or Qtopia), to transfer the files to the PC.
3. Download the System ROM setup program.
Download the system ROM setup program (below)
4. Perform the Zaurus ROM Update Program
Confirm that you have at least 16MB of available storage on
your Zaurus by going into the System Info application on the
Applications tab (1st tab)
Click on the Storage Tab
Confirm that you have at least 16MB of Internal Storage
available.
If you have less than 16 MB of storage on your Zaurus, perform
a full reset and complete the startup wizard.
Turn the Zaurus on and place the unit into the docking
station. Attach the AC Adapter to the docking station. Execute the
SetupZ.exe program and follow the on screen
instructions.
5. Perform a Full Reset on the Zaurus
After the System ROM update is complete (Green LED turns off),
perform a Full Reset on the Zaurus.
Refer to the User Manual for details.
6. Restore the programs and files to the Zaurus
Restore any programs and settings using the Backup/Restore
application.
Restore any files saved on the PC using the synchronization
software (Intellisync or Qtopia).
System ROM Update for Mac and Linux
Users Note: The system ROM update process will
require a 32MB or larger CF memory card. The CF card must have the FAT16
format.
1. Backup Zaurus programs or files: This step can
be skipped if you do not want to backup any files or data.
Launch the Backup Restore application on the Settings tab
Select backup in the Backup/Restore window, CF in the Media
window, and tap on the Start button
Backup any other documents or files using the File Manager
application on the Installation CD - Note: Linux users can backup PIM
data by synchronizing with Qtopia desktop for Linux. Qtopia Desktop for
Linux can be downloaded from the Trolltech site.
2. Download the system ROM update.
Download the OSPACK file (below) to a directory on your
PC.
Transfer this file from your PC to the root directory of your
CF card.
3. Perform the system ROM update.
Insert the CF card into the CF slot on the Zaurus.
Connect the AC adapter to the Zaurus and verify that power is
supplied. WARNING: THE AC ADAPTER MUST BE USED THROUGHOUT THE SYSTEM ROM
UPDATE. If the AC adapter is not used, the device may not perform as
expected.
Open the battery compartment lid but do not remove the
battery.
While pressing the [C] and [D] keys, push "FULL RESET" button
once (using the sytlus tip). "FULL RESET" button is located on the lower
right side of the battery compartment. When successfully pressed, the
green LED (with "mail" symbol print) and orange LED (with "battery"
symbol print) will turn on. When these LEDs are turned on, the system
ROM update is in progress.
WARNING: DO NOT ABORT, or UNPLUG THE AC ADAPTER WHILE THE LEDs
ARE ON. Aborting or unplugging AC adapter during the update may cause
fault, or damage affecting the ZAURUS.
After approximately 3 minutes, the LEDs will turn off. When
turned off, the System ROM update is complete.
4. Perform a Full Reset.
Push the "FULL RESET" button using the stylus tip.
Restore the battery door and slide the battery replacement
switch to "Normal Operation"
5. Restore any data or files that were backed up in
Step 1.
Downloads

Intellisync
(Outlook®) users must download both the setupi.exe file and the setupz.exe
file to complete the update. Qtopia (non Outlook users) must download
both the setupq.exe file and the setupz.exe file to complete the
update.

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SetupI.exe
File: Download (.exe
6.2M) This file is the setup program for installing the updated
Intellisync synchronization software.
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SetupQ.exe
File: Download (.exe
4.2M) This file is the setup program for installing the updated
Qtopia synchronization software.
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SetupZ.exe
File: Download (.exe
16.9M) This file is the setup program for updated the System ROM
on the Zaurus.
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Or you can
download the following file which will launch your CD Burner software and
create a CD from which you can then install the System ROM Update and
appropriate sychronization software from the CD. Note: You must
have a CD Burner to use this download.

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updatecd.iso
File: Download (.iso
58M) This file contains the setup program for installing the
updated Intellisync synchronization software and appropriate
sychronization
software.
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Linux Users
should download the following OSPACK file and follow the above
instructions to install this ROM to the Zaurus.

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OSPACK
File: Download (
16M) This file contains the system ROM image file.
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