Using Sharp Zaurus ZR-5800 with Windows 7 Finding Zaurus ZR-5800 software for Windows 7
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Posted 14 February 2012 - 01:38 PM
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Posted 14 February 2012 - 02:43 PM
Go back through the postings on this topic (page 1)...there's been some discussion on how to obtain the RuppLinx software to connect your Zaurus. I don't know if you can connect with Windows 7, however...I do know that XP and as far back as Windows 95 works, as I have been successful connecting with those.
There is also eBay...presently there is a listing for a complete ZR-5000 setup, including some application software. This is the model that was the "father" of the ZR-5800, so it's likely the software would work. BUT it is for a lot of things you don't need....
Just remember that Sharp continued to make "Zaurus" models for years...be advised that only something labeled as "for the ZR-5000 series" Is going to work properly with your unit.
There is also eBay...presently there is a listing for a complete ZR-5000 setup, including some application software. This is the model that was the "father" of the ZR-5800, so it's likely the software would work. BUT it is for a lot of things you don't need....
Just remember that Sharp continued to make "Zaurus" models for years...be advised that only something labeled as "for the ZR-5000 series" Is going to work properly with your unit.
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Posted 22 July 2012 - 07:05 PM
Wow, I can't believe my luck in finding this thread. I just spent the afternoon going through a small stash of Sharp Zaurus 5800s I had tucked in a drawer. I'd forgotten how much I enjoyed these little monsters and how handy they are still. I was relieved to see someone reported success with a serial to USB adapter as now that I've revived my 5800 looks like I'll be needing one.
I do have a couple of old Thinkpads that have serial ports, but both are running Ubuntu 10.04 LTS. Has anyone tried getting a Zaurus to talk to Linux?
For those seeking software, I found this right before landing here.
http://www.imslsoft.com/xlinkwin.htm
Appears to be for models newer than the trusty 5000 series, but maybe someone will find something useful.
The OP mentioned using PC cards. I don't have any for my unit, so it's off to Google I go, but if anyone here can give me a more direct line it'd be much appreciated.
I do have a couple of old Thinkpads that have serial ports, but both are running Ubuntu 10.04 LTS. Has anyone tried getting a Zaurus to talk to Linux?
For those seeking software, I found this right before landing here.
http://www.imslsoft.com/xlinkwin.htm
Appears to be for models newer than the trusty 5000 series, but maybe someone will find something useful.
The OP mentioned using PC cards. I don't have any for my unit, so it's off to Google I go, but if anyone here can give me a more direct line it'd be much appreciated.
