What version of Palm Desktop do I need for Windows 10?
John Castro
Published Mar 20, 2026
What version of Palm Desktop do I need for Windows 10?
Windows 8 and 10 With Windows 7, 8 and 10 you should be use the 6.2 version of the Palm desktop in most cases. The installation is the same for Windows 7, 8 and 10, if you run into a problem of only seeing the Media in the Palm Desktop then you must be sure to start the Hotsync Manager and Palm Desktop with the “Run as administrator”.
How do I make Palm Desktop run as administrator?
To make Palm Desktop Run as Administrator every time in Windows 8/8.1: Close Palm Desktop, if open. (This is a very important thing to always do when using 6.2.2 – it has been known to lose data when a computer is shut down without closing the program!)
What is the palpalm Desktop Update?
Palm Desktop is the desktop companion software for all Palm devices. It allows users to view, sort, find, edit, back up, and add anything to Palm OS handhelds. This update features a new user interface, useful new views, and timesaving features, such as a Hide/Show/Mask Records function and a resizeable memo window.
How do I install the 64 bit drivers for Palm Desktop?
You must have the Palm Desktop software installed before installing the 64 bit drivers. If you do not have the installation CD you can order one from our website here; 2) Download 64 bit driver instructions from the link below. With Windows 7, 8 and 10 you should be use the 6.2 version of the Palm desktop in most cases.
Will My Palm HotSync with my 64 bit OS?
If you have the 64 bit OS you will need the driver below and once it is installed your Palm will hotsync with your computer just as previous systems. To find out if you have the 32 or 64 bit OS please use the link below;
How do I connect my Palm PDA to my computer?
Follow these instructions: Aceeca develops 64 bit (x64) USB Drivers for Palm If you have a very old PDA and it won’t work with the new 64bit drivers then try XP Mode. 2: Press the hotsync button on the cradle, then go up to the USB menu at the top of the XP Mode window and click it. You should see “Palm Handheld – Attach”.
