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| Brand: | Belkin |
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| Item Width: | 139 centimetres |
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Upgrading to a new computer has never been easier. The Belkin Easy Transfer Cable offers a quick way to transfer your files and settings from your old computer to a new one. Just install the software provided on the enclosed CD onto your XP computer. Then, connect each end of the cable to the USB ports on both computers. The Windows Easy Transfer wizard automatically appears and lets you select items to copy. With just a couple of clicks, you can transfer your photos, music, settings, and more.
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Belkin Transfer Cable for Windows VistaBelkin Transfer Cable for Windows Vista.
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69 of 70 people found the following review helpful
I bought the Belkin Easy Transfer Cable last week to transfer the files & drivers from my old XP to my new Vista. I was quite excited by the prospect of transferring all my files so easily. I was all ready to write a glowing review on Amazon with 5 stars!
As per the instructions provided, I downloaded the driver on my XP and followed the instructions on the screen. So far so easy. I then selected the files and folders to transfer and started the transfer process. After an hour, I realised that it had stopped transferring, as my Vista laptop went to sleep after staying idle. So I disabled the automatic sleep mode on both laptops. I then started the transfer again. Meanwhile, I had a little nap. When I woke up, (after 1 hr), about 25% was complete. I then watched a programme on TV and came back to it after 30 mins.....it still was stuck up in the same place!! I cancelled the process, and after I cancelled it, I got the message that one of the files could not be transferred for some unknown reason. The result? I was back to square one, with nothing transferred (you cannot transfer partially). I now decided to write the review with 4 stars.
I then tried again the next day, this time being careful not to select the folder it was not able to transfer the first time around. Again, I went to sleep. After 2 hours, I realised that it was again stuck at one point for more than an hour. I had to cancel again. I figured out that this time, automatic Java update had started on my Vista via the wireless internet. If any other programme runs on the laptops, it just stops transferring without giving any warning! I then switched off the wireless switch on both the laptops.
I then decided that this was the last time I would try to transfer. If it works, 3 stars, & if it doesn't....1 star. This time the transfer was successful, quite smoothly and relatively fast.
All in all, it has its quirky bits. Make sure that no other programmes run, and no automatic downloads are taking place, the laptops are set not to go into sleep or standby mode after a while, & exclude the problem folders where the transfer process appears stuck......the transfer is fast and easy.
As per the instructions provided, I downloaded the driver on my XP and followed the instructions on the screen. So far so easy. I then selected the files and folders to transfer and started the transfer process. After an hour, I realised that it had stopped transferring, as my Vista laptop went to sleep after staying idle. So I disabled the automatic sleep mode on both laptops. I then started the transfer again. Meanwhile, I had a little nap. When I woke up, (after 1 hr), about 25% was complete. I then watched a programme on TV and came back to it after 30 mins.....it still was stuck up in the same place!! I cancelled the process, and after I cancelled it, I got the message that one of the files could not be transferred for some unknown reason. The result? I was back to square one, with nothing transferred (you cannot transfer partially). I now decided to write the review with 4 stars.
I then tried again the next day, this time being careful not to select the folder it was not able to transfer the first time around. Again, I went to sleep. After 2 hours, I realised that it was again stuck at one point for more than an hour. I had to cancel again. I figured out that this time, automatic Java update had started on my Vista via the wireless internet. If any other programme runs on the laptops, it just stops transferring without giving any warning! I then switched off the wireless switch on both the laptops.
I then decided that this was the last time I would try to transfer. If it works, 3 stars, & if it doesn't....1 star. This time the transfer was successful, quite smoothly and relatively fast.
All in all, it has its quirky bits. Make sure that no other programmes run, and no automatic downloads are taking place, the laptops are set not to go into sleep or standby mode after a while, & exclude the problem folders where the transfer process appears stuck......the transfer is fast and easy.
19 of 19 people found the following review helpful
I have Vista Business 64 bit installed on my laptop and it don't work. Their website confirms this. It would have been helpful if Belkin mentioned system requirements before I spent money on this...
16 of 16 people found the following review helpful
Usually I'm a big fan of Belkin products, so I blame Microsoft for the rubbish software (the hardware itself works without a fault). The only reason I moved to a Vista pc was because my XP's disc had been poorly partitioned and I'd completely run out of space on my logical C drive. Imagine my mood when this software insisted on installing to my XP's C drive AND wanted 500MB of spare disc space to install itself, thank you very much..
When I finally got it installed I couldn't work out for love nor money how to "select individual files or directories" - it seemed to want to transfer everything or nothing. Intuitive it is not.
At that point I gave up and bought myself a Lexar 4GB USB flash drive - also on sale via Amazon - very quick, under my control, completely reusable, and worked fine without me losing my temper!
When I finally got it installed I couldn't work out for love nor money how to "select individual files or directories" - it seemed to want to transfer everything or nothing. Intuitive it is not.
At that point I gave up and bought myself a Lexar 4GB USB flash drive - also on sale via Amazon - very quick, under my control, completely reusable, and worked fine without me losing my temper!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
easy transfer
Next day delivery was spot on. I am 76yrs old and thought the product might be a bit complicated for me, but it was exactly as named EASY TRANSFER, Very easy. Read more
Published 5 months ago by miffkid
Data Transfer Cable
Read the instruction before purchase, something I didn't and find that it only transfers to Windows Vista and won't work from XP to XP or link a computer to a computer so be... Read more
Published 6 months ago by Kitto
Easy Transfer Cable
When your laptop lets you down, the last thing you want is hassle when trying to transfer your data. The Easy Transfer Cable makes it COMPLETELY hassle free - and so swift. Read more
Published 11 months ago by Viv Daly
Do not buy this, it doesn't work!
Followed instructions and installed, and ran, the software on the 'old' PC, a laptop running XP. Ran Windows easy transfer program on new PC and connected cable when promted. Read more
Published 11 months ago by Stu
Windows 7 Too
I bought this cable without really noticing it was for Windows Vista. It was easy to set up & install & after a couple of "false starts" it worked fine allowing me to transfer from... Read more
Published 15 months ago by Mr. J. D. D. Richmond
not arrived
Ordered easy transfer cable on 3 Jan now the 13 Jan no cable cannot get in touch with seller paid first class postage on tEasy Transfer Cable for Windows Vista item where is it?
Published 16 months ago by Alan
Does not work XP to XP
Although the description does not say it will work XP to XP the name 'easy transfer cable' suggested that even if the software supplied would not work I should be able to use the... Read more
Published on 7 Mar 2010 by J. Hall
data transfer cable
Does what it says, but not as user friendly as it makes out. Takes longer too. But end result copied stuff OK - so reasonably satisfied.
Published on 14 Nov 2009 by Ivor Harley
easy transfer cable (not)
I bought this cable thinking it would be as it says "easy" but after following the instructionbs nothing happened at all. Read more
Published on 25 Oct 2009 by Mrs. Brenda Howe
Pleasantly surprised with easy transfer cable
Having read the reviews by other people, I was a bit wary to order the cable, given it's price and the negative comments. Read more
Published on 4 Oct 2009 by J. Solovieva
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