Updating a Garmine Etrex Legend

[rancher00]

I have an older Garmin Etrex Legend GPS and I would like to update it. I'm not sure of the exact age but I could find out if needed. How can I tell what version is on it now and how do I download a new version to it? Also how do I tell what version my GPS can handle?

 

Thanks in advance!

Edited December 17, 2009 by rancher00

[+Chrysalides]

I have an older Garmin Etrex Legend GPS and I would like to update it. I'm not sure of the exact age but I could find out if needed. How can I tell what version is on it now and how do I download a new version to it? Also how do I tell what version my GPS can handle?

Instruction from Garmin's website:

 

To find the software version of the device, please follow these steps:

 

1. Tap the 'Page' button until the "Main Menu" appears

2. Scroll down and select "Setup"

3. Scroll down and select "System"

4. Select the "Option" icon in the upper right hand corner and select "Software Version"

5. A window will appear showing the software version of the device

 

To update software:

 

http://www8.garmin.com/support/download_details.jsp?id=25

[+mr007s]

Download WEB UPDATER from the Garmin site. Makes life easy!

[+StarBrand]

Make sure you have a serial port available on your PC as that unit needs one (you probably already knew that but I thought it worth mentioning).

[rancher00]

Thanks for the quick replies. I have version 3.7 on it right now. Should I download version 3.9?

[+Jeep4two]

If you already own a cable and have all you need to do the update - go for it.

 

3.9 is more stable but I don't recall there being any real feature enhancements or improvements regarding accuracy/reception. Before 3.9 I had occasional shutdowns, never had any after 3.9. I still use my Legend as a backup unit.

 

Not sure it it would be worth buying a cable however...

[rancher00]

I already have the cable so I guess I mine as well get the update...