Nuvi 295w Folders and files almost deleted
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I accidentally deleted almost the files from my Nuvi to updated a new map. I have not the files backed up in my pc before i deleted from gps. Sometimes he is recognized by the PC, but it indicates that the call is loading maps, but always returns to the initial screen (where it has a lock). When it is recognized, I visualize the following folders: Garmin and Documents, and Files remaining: autorun.inf; .VolumeIcons.icns; nuvi_drive.ico .update_log .update_messages;
In test pages, (option: Test page e Factory tools) there is an option to save / restore, but before I complete any procedure it returns to the screen lock. Is there any way i can restore the gps to bring it back to life as it was? The shipping cost from Brazil to the USA and back are unviable.
A kind-hearted soul could copy the contents of folders of your mobile and send to my email? (souzatst57@gmail.com)
Thank you in advance.
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Have you tried to call Garmin Support and explain your situation?
I'm not clear on what you say "but always returns to the initial screen (where it has a lock)".
Are you saying it is asking for a "PIN" to unlock.
Or are you saying the message says the Map is locked?
I don't think it says the map is locked since you don't show any map files still exist, either the gmapprom.img (map image) or the gmapbmap.img (basemap image) that would stop the unit from booting.
If it asking for a PIN and you don't know it or forgot the location you set it I'm afraid you're out of luck to get it restored.
Also nobody can send you the deleted folders since many of the files are copyright protected by Garmin and that would violate their policy.
I can's advise strongly enough to ALWAYS have a backup of your Nuvi.
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It will not do you any good
It will not do you any good to get the files from another 295w because the files that control the unlocking of the maps and the unit are specific to the particular unit they are on and will not work on a different serial numbered unit of the same model.
The unit lock files and firmware are hidden and you could not have erased those. If the unit is asking for a unlock code and you somehow have forgotten what you entered all you have to do is go to the exact location you were at when you set the lock code and the unit will unlock itself so you can change the code or deactivate the security lock completely.
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