Thread: n900 WIFI woes
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Originally Posted by dsawhney View Post
if it is 2009.42-11, that's the original firmware. There have been 3 firmware upgrades since the N900 launch. The current version PR 1.1.1 is 2010.02-8.
Thanks again!

It looks like I'm on the original firmware. I just took a look at the wiki, and it seems that upgrading the firmware will wipe out all the data on my device. I'd really rather not do that, since I just spent 4 tedius hours customizing it and transcribing information onto it. Is there an easy way to backup and restore user data prior to a firmware upgrade, or will I need to do it all again?

I know that Nokia and the n900 have a good reputation, but I also know that occasionally other companies have shipped software or firmware updates that come with DRM malware that can turn an open device into a closed device. Before I flash or upgrade anything, I'd feel safer knowing that I can always go back. If something doesn't work out with the upgrade and want to go back, where would I obtain the original firmware?