Appendix
Installing a Memory Card for Maps and Data
You can install a memory card to increase the storage space for
maps and other data on your device. You can purchase memory
cards from an electronics supplier, or go to
to purchase a memory card with pre-loaded Garmin
mapping software. The device supports microSD memory cards
from 4 to 64 GB.
1
Locate the map and data memory card slot on your device
(
Garmin DriveLuxe 51 Device Overview
).
2
Insert a memory card into the slot.
3
Press it in until it clicks.
Data Management
You can store files on your device. The device has a memory
card slot for additional data storage.
NOTE:
The device is not compatible with Windows 95, 98, Me,
Windows NT
®
, and Mac OS 10.3 and earlier.
About Memory Cards
You can purchase memory cards from an electronics supplier,
or purchase pre-loaded Garmin mapping software
(
). In addition to map and data storage, the
memory card can be used to store files such as maps, images,
geocaches, routes, waypoints, and custom POIs.
Connecting the Device to Your Computer
You can connect the device to your computer using a USB
cable.
1
Plug the small end of the USB cable into the port on the
device.
2
Plug the larger end of the USB cable into a port on your
computer.
3
When your Garmin DriveLuxe device prompts you to enter
file transfer mode, select
Yes
.
A picture of your device connected to a computer appears on
the device screen.
Depending on your computer operating system, the device
appears as either a portable device, a removable drive, or a
removable volume.
Transferring Data From Your Computer
1
Connect the device to your computer (
Depending on your computer operating system, the device
appears as either a portable device, a removable drive, or a
removable volume.
2
On your computer, open the file browser.
3
Select a file.
4
Select
Edit
>
Copy
.
5
Browse to a folder on the device.
NOTE:
For a removable drive or volume, you should not
place files in the Garmin folder.
6
Select
Edit
>
Paste
.
Disconnecting the USB Cable
If your device is connected to your computer as a removable
drive or volume, you must safely disconnect your device from
your computer to avoid data loss. If your device is connected to
your Windows computer as a portable device, it is not necessary
to safely disconnect.
1
Complete an action:
• For Windows computers, select the
Safely Remove
Hardware
icon in the system tray, and select your device.
• For Mac computers, drag the volume icon to the trash.
2
Disconnect the cable from your computer.
Viewing GPS Signal Status
Hold
for three seconds.
Purchasing Additional Maps
1
Go to your device product page at
.
2
Click the
Maps
tab.
3
Follow the on-screen instructions.
Purchasing Accessories
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