HI All,

I registered today to search the forum and potentially to post my issue that I have been having with my BMW Navigator IV (Zumo 660) since yesterday afternoon, when in a moment of sheer stupidity I thought it would be a good idea to format the device memory to start with a clean slate. I'd backed up all of the memory to my local Mac, so I thought I'd be safe, how wrong I was.

Anyway, to cut a very long story very short, I carefully read through this post and followed precisely the steps laid out in this post.

I had to use QuickCure3-with-flasher.rar functionality as the normal updater.exe started but then failed. Once the device was recognised I successfully managed to format under windows 8 (via VMWare) using the RMPRepUSB settings specified. Then I was able to reflash the latest firmware using Garmin WebUpdater and eventually reinstall my maps via Garmin Express.

All that I have remaining is a small issue of trying to salvage my NuMaps Lifetime Europe maps from my backup, but this is a minor issue as I finally have a functioning device.

I cannot thank all of you that helped with this, especially kunix enough for your fantastic posts and continued support - if only Garmin would offer such a service!