DM500 Backup image onto new box with Dreamup

[gizzi]

I've a working 500c and have a new 500c on the way for a friend. Can I simply use DreamUp (with a Null Modem Cable) to take a backup of the working box. Then connect the new 500c and flash it using the backed up image?

Just making sure before I bugger up my box!

Thanks in advance!!!!

[a1gunner]

yes m8 just backup ur imaige and flash straight to box m8 everything will be like your own box

[Devilfish]

When you're flashing your new box with dreamup, at the part when it asks if you want to flash erase during process, choose NO because if you choose yes, it will erase all your keys, services, bouquets, etc. and it will be as if it's a standard image.

This is a common mistake when flashing a backup image with dreamup. People think it's ok until they reboot the box and it doesn't clear channels or contain key files, etc.

[bob114]

hi
also you can back up your image then flash it to the other box
using Guide: Flash and Backup an Image via Telnet in cable dreambox section I find this way a lot faster

hope this may help

[Devilfish]

The telnet method is definitely much quicker, I prefer to use this method.

Or, if you're using the DK image, there's an option to backup and flash images in the User Features menu (yellow button). All you need to do then if ftp the images to/from the box.

[gizzi]

Thanks guys - Will give the dreamup method a go first and see how I get on.

Have to says guys the response that people give on this forum is first class!

Keep up the good work!

Cheers!!!

[macjst35]

Img file

Hi all i've backed up dk 1.1 image using dreamup problem is i cannot flash it because dreamup program can't find it on my desktop is it because the file type is file not IMG file if it is how could i change the type of file to Img file any help would be cool .

[garymce]

Hi all i've backed up dk 1.1 image using dreamup problem is i cannot flash it because dreamup program can't find it on my desktop is it because the file type is file not IMG file if it is how could i change the type of file to Img file any help would be cool .

I had the same problem, it's just that when DreamUp backs up the image, it doesn't append the file format if you don't specifically type it. All you need to do is rename the file and add .img to the end of it, it'll work fine.

[jicube]

just ordered a box and have a back up image (so all i have to do is flash that image i.e just connect and press flash?)

[avu45]

I had the same problem, it's just that when DreamUp backs up the image, it doesn't append the file format if you don't specifically type it. All you need to do is rename the file and add .img to the end of it, it'll work fine.

I must say Thank you for your usefull advice. I have followed your advice and I have flashed my box and its working fine. Thank you again

[kewlman]

great info. thanx guys. very helpful.