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Old 11-16-2010, 05:31 AM   #1
os008
Edge User
 
Guide on how to transfer files from PC to eDGe without mounting.

If this has been posted before, then please delete this thread. Thank you.


It's very annoying to keep mounting/dismounting the internal storage on the eDGe everytime i need to copy a small file. Or the fact that i have to move gigs of data onto the internal storage, just to dismount then move it to the external SD-Card (considering i don't have an SD-Reader). So i searched for a way to do it otherwise. I haven't found any "direct" guide on how to do it, but i found a few stuff here and there that helped me come-up with a way to do so.

This method can be used to copy files from/to the eDGe's internal/external storage "while" connected to the computer, without the need to mount anything. Can also access the files right away.

First, you need to enable debugging. Credit goes to ...
http://www.entourageedge.com/forums/...Debug-password

Brief instructions:
1- On your eDGe, go to Settings --> eDGe Settings --> Default Device Preferences, then turn debug On.
2- Enter password: 89985b36B7906bFfF (case sensitive).
3- Download the SDK from: http://developer.android.com/sdk/index.html.
4- Extract it, then run "SDK Manager.exe".
5- Go to each item on the list, choose "Reject", except for "Usb Driver Package". Then install.
6- Connect eDGe to the computer using the USB cable. When asked for a driver, browse to "android-sdk-windows\usb_driver" in the driver installation dialog.
7- Go to "android-sdk-windows\tools".
8- Create a txt file with the word "cmd.exe" in it. Save, then rename it to cmd.bat, then run it.
9- Write "adb devices", then enter.

Now you're ready to copy stuff from and to any drive on the eDGe. The following is a simple example of how to do it.

adb push "E:/edge_files" "/usb1/documents"

This line will copy all the files inside "edge_files" into the directory called "documents" on the flash-drive in USB slot 2.

To copy "from" the eDGe, you reverse the 2 parts, and use the "pull" command (untested); like so ...

adb pull "/usb1/documents" "E:/edge_files"

Modify those lines as you see fit. One way to make it easy is to create batch files for each of the 4 drives on eDGe, with a fixed directory on your computer which you throw-in anything you want to copy over to the device.

Important note: The debug setting on the eDGe gets reset if the device is restarted. I'm not sure how to make it stick, will search for a solution. But until i find one ... i downloaded an app called SimpleNote from the link below; i created a 1x4 widget using it, entered the password, and then "tab --> hold tab --> copy all", then i paste it whenever i'm asked for the password.
http://www.elitezoom.com/androidapps...ote-1-5-0.html

Although it's a bit long, and might be tedious for some, I hope i helped someone.
 
Old 11-16-2010, 09:09 AM   #2
borisb
Edge User
 
Welcome to the forums, os008

Your instructions are clear, although I imagine only users with Linux experience would be able to follow (or even understand) them Most, I'm guessing, will still need to do the mount/dismount thing.
 
Old 11-16-2010, 10:04 AM   #3
jsfiller
Edge User
 
I don't know. I think I followed most of it until the last step. I don't know what "write" means.
 
Old 11-16-2010, 10:51 AM   #4
os008
Edge User
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by borisb View Post
Welcome to the forums, os008
Thank you.

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Originally Posted by jsfiller View Post
I don't know what "write" means.
After running the .bat file, a black screen with white letters should open-up. Enter the words "adb devices" (without quotes), then press Enter.
 
Old 11-16-2010, 11:31 AM   #5
cheyennedonna
Edge User
 
Those are great directions, but there are easier ways for less savvy users. Awesome Drop, http://labs.dashwire.com/drop/android instantly transfers to the Edge by drag and drop through a browser. The ES File manager lets you connect to your PC's (on the same WiFi network) and copy to or from your PC. Dropbox uploads from your edge - works with ASTRO to upload any file. These are just 3 of the easiest.
 
Old 11-16-2010, 11:34 AM   #6
borisb
Edge User
 
...although all three require a wifi link either to a local network or the wider Internet, one or both of which almost everyone has all the time.

However, I do remember another user recently posting about needing to do the transfer without a network being available, and only the mini-usb cable being available.
 
Old 11-16-2010, 12:50 PM   #7
Dr. T
Edge User
 
Thanks Cheyennedonna! Could you give me a nudge in the right direction to find information about how to connect to my PC on the same wireless network using ES File Manager?
 
Old 11-16-2010, 12:58 PM   #8
aidren
Edge User
 
Quote:
Awesome Drop, http://labs.dashwire.com/drop/android instantly transfers to the Edge by drag and drop through a browser.
Wow! Thanks again Cheyenne.
 
Old 11-16-2010, 01:36 PM   #9
os008
Edge User
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by cheyennedonna View Post
The ES File manager lets you connect to your PC's (on the same WiFi network) and copy to or from your PC.
Thank you for the hint. However, in addition to not having an SD card reader, i also don't have a WiFi, unfortunately (working on it though). But i appreciate any input; considering i move a lot of files around .

Quote:
Originally Posted by borisb View Post
However, I do remember another user recently posting about needing to do the transfer without a network being available, and only the mini-usb cable being available.
That's my case, too. That's why i searched so hard for the method i've posted.
 
Old 11-16-2010, 04:48 PM   #10
jsfiller
Edge User
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by os008 View Post


After running the .bat file, a black screen with white letters should open-up. Enter the words "adb devices" (without quotes), then press Enter.
Ah, ok. Now it makes sense.
 
Old 11-16-2010, 05:57 PM   #11
cheyennedonna
Edge User
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Dr. T View Post
Thanks Cheyennedonna! Could you give me a nudge in the right direction to find information about how to connect to my PC on the same wireless network using ES File Manager?
All you need is your local IP address, open cmd on your computer and type in ipconfig, hit enter and you will find that quickly. Type exit and hit enter to close the command box. Now gow to the file manager, tap lan, upper right corner, touch the local and you get a drop down menu hit menu, +, add a server. User name and password are the ones you use to log in to your computer. Long Press on the file you want hit copy and move to local, the place you want the file, and long press again. Now paste. Multi file is possible.
 
Old 11-17-2010, 11:24 PM   #12
borisb
Edge User
 
Bluetooth may be an option: http://slideme.org/application/bluetooth-file-transfer.
 
Old 11-18-2010, 10:56 AM   #13
cheyennedonna
Edge User
 
To save frustration bluetooth file transfer works with root. If you don't have root it works with like device to like - i.e. edge to edge, and only reliably on those devices with 2.0 and above.http://www.absolutelyandroid.com/blueftp/
 
Old 11-18-2010, 11:08 AM   #14
borisb
Edge User
 
I don't understand... I was able to get the Bluetooth File Transfer app to transfer a file from my Samsung smartphone to my eDGe...
 
Old 11-18-2010, 12:31 PM   #15
Dr. T
Edge User
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by cheyennedonna View Post
All you need is your local IP address, open cmd on your computer and type in ipconfig, hit enter and you will find that quickly. Type exit and hit enter to close the command box. Now gow to the file manager, tap lan, upper right corner, touch the local and you get a drop down menu hit menu, +, add a server. User name and password are the ones you use to log in to your computer. Long Press on the file you want hit copy and move to local, the place you want the file, and long press again. Now paste. Multi file is possible.
Awesome! Thank you so much!
 
 


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