How to Update a Magellan RoadMate 300

The Magellan RoadMate 300 is a GPS navigation unit that provides audible turn-by-turn directions and a points of interest database that displays locations like lodging, banks, gas stations and restaurants on the map. On occasion, free software updates are released for the RoadMate 300 that can fix issues with the device or enhance its features. These updates may be downloaded and installed automatically via Magellan's Content Manager software. The Content Manager is available through Magellan's website.

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  Go to the Magellan website, and navigate to the "Products" tab. Click "Vehicle Navigation," then "Content Manager." Click "Download Now," and save the file to your computer. Install the software when the download finishes.

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  Log in to your Magellan account when the software launches, or create a new account if you do not have one. Connect the RoadMate 300 to the computer with the included USB cable.

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  Click "OK" when prompted to create a GPS profile. Click "Yes" if you wish to back up any information you have stored on the GPS, otherwise, click "No." The software searches for available updates automatically.

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  Click "Yes" to download and install the update, if one is found. Wait for the update to complete, and click "OK." Close the Content Manager, and disconnect the Roadmate 300 from the computer.