Garmin Forerunner 10 is a sports watch designed for running and cycling. It is compatible with Garmin Connect, which allows the user to upload data, such as distance, pace, and heart rate.
Sometimes, users reported that when they try to download the data from the Forerunner 10, an error appears.
Namely, some users reported that when they try to download the data from the Forerunner 10, they encountered an error.
- Garmin Forerunner 10 download errors can affect your running, so follow our guide to fix it.
- The first thing you should do is reset your Garmin Forerunner 10 device.
- You can also check your internet connection to make sure that there are no delays.
Check if the device is connected
- Make sure that the device and the pc are correctly connected.
- Check for the firmware update
Open Garmin Connect app > select the device > go to the Settings tab > click on the Firmware Update option. - If the firmware is not updated, then update it.
- Try to connect to Garmin Connect
If the device is already connected to Garmin Connect, then disconnect and reconnect it. - Restart your Garmin Forerunner 10
Restarting the device can rectify the Garmin Forerunner 10 download issue. - Uninstall and reinstall the app
Uninstall the Garmin Connect app > reinstall it.
Check your Internet connection
- Make sure your device is connected to both your router and your modem.
- Verify the accuracy of your GPS location.
- Check for the firmware update
First, check for updates in your Garmin product.
Check that your device is charging
- Some users reported that their computers weren’t charging. So try plugging your device to another outlet.
- Make sure that the battery is fully charged
- Try to connect the charger to another USB port
- Restart your computer
- Try to install the Garmin software on another USB port
Disconnect the device from your computer
- Disconnect the device from your PC, and plug the USB cable into a different USB port.
- Restart the computer
Then restart the computer after 30 seconds, and reconnect the Garmin to your computer.
Update your device
- Press the Windows key + I to open Settings.
- Navigate to Update & Security.
- Click on the Check for updates button.
Check the USB cable
- It’s common for USB cables to expire, causing the Run Garmin Connect/Express app not to work.
- Try another cable, and if that’s not it, try another USB port on your PC.
- Try updating Garmin Connect
Reset the device
- Turn off and unplug the Forerunner 10 device.
- Hold down the Power button for 10 seconds.
- Plug the Forerunner 10 device into the USB port of your PC.
- Navigate to the Garmin Connect application.
- Click on your Forerunner 10 device.
- Click on Restore Factory Settings.
