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My Bounce is Not Found by Garmin Express

The message "What are you trying to add?" as shown below means your Bounce watch was not recognized by Garmin Express. Before you Search Again, walk through the troubleshooting suggestions listed below. 

NOTICE: The vivofit Jr. models will not be compatible.

Garmin Express program showing options to select and understand the process to add a device.

Check for Updates

Verify that the Garmin Express program is up-to-date by reviewing Updating the Garmin Express Application Software.


Verify the Watch Has Entered Mass Storage Mode

In order for Garmin Express to find your watch it will need to enter into Mass Storage Mode. Typically, when your watch has successfully entered into Mass Storage Mode, the screen will display a Battery symbol with a plus signbattery charging icon and the A black triangle with a black line underneath eject symbol. For example:

Garmin Bounce in Mass Storage Mode Showing the Eject Symbol and Charging Icon 


Clean the Charging Contact Points

  • Ensure you are using a Garmin branded cable; some third-party brands of cables may charge the device, but will not necessarily be capable of transferring data so that the device can be properly recognized by the computer.

  • Rule out any damage to the cable and ensure the contact points on the Garmin device are clean and clear of debris or corrosion.

  • Try plugging the cable into a different USB port on the computer.


Power Cycle Your Computer and Watch

  • Computer: Shut the computer down and leave off for 60 seconds. Power back on.

  • Watch: If you are not familiar with restarting or rebooting your Garmin device refer to your owner's manual. For Garmin rechargeable watches that do not have buttons, plugging the watch into and removing from a USB using the USB charging cable will effectively reboot the watch. 


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