Restoring Naviextras Toolbox Backup: A Step-by-Step Guide

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If you've recently replaced or reset your navigation system's SD card, restoring your saved map data and settings can seem like an intimidating task. Fear not! In this article, we'll walk you through the process of using Naviextras TOOLBOX to restore a backup of your current maps and preferences.

Assumptions

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Before starting, make sure:

1. You have access to a working computer with internet connectivity.

2. Your navigation system's SD card is compatible with both your old and new device(s).

3. You've already backed up your important data using Naviextras TOOLBOX (see below).

Backing Up Using Naviextras TOOLBOX

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### Step 1: Insert the SD Card into PC

First, insert your navigation system's micro-SD card into a free slot on your computer.

### Step 2: Open Naviextras TOOLBOX and Log In

Next, double-click to open the Naviextras TOOLBOX icon on your desktop or navigate to its installation directory (usually C:\Program Files\Naviextras on Windows) and launch it. You will be prompted to log in with your account credentials.

### Step 3: Select Backup & Restore

Once logged in, select 'Backup & Restore' from the left-hand menu.

### Step Create a Backup of Current Map Data

In the next window, click on 'Create backup of current map data' and follow the prompts to complete the process. This will create an image file (with .navi extension) containing your current maps, points of interest, favorites, etc., which can later be restored onto another compatible device.

Restoring a Backup Using Naviextras TOOLBOX

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### Step 1: Insert the SD Card into PC

Firstly, insert your backed-up micro-SD card (containing the .navi backup file) into an available slot on your computer.

### Step 2: Open Naviextras TOOLBOX and Log In

Double-click to open the Naliextras TOOLBOX icon or navigate manually to its installation directory. Then log in with your account credentials if prompted.

### Step 3: Select Backup & Restore

Click 'Backup & Restore' from the left-hand menu, then choose 'Restore backup of map data'.

### Step Follow Prompts and Wait

Select the .navi file you created earlier during backing up (Step 4), followed by clicking on 'Next'. The restoration process may take several minutes or even hours depending upon your internet connection speed and amount of data being transferred.

Tips & Precautions

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- Always ensure that you are connecting to a trusted network before restoring any files from an external device, as malicious software can be easily spread via SD cards.

- Back up important personal information regularly using multiple methods (e.g., cloud storage services like Google Drive or Dropbox) in case of hardware failure or data loss.

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By following these simple steps outlined above, you should now have successfully restored your navigation system's settings and maps to their previous state. Remembering to back up your crucial data on a regular basis will save hours of time and frustration down the line if disaster strikes again!

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