Log in at explore.garmin.com
Select Plans & Devices.
Select Sync & Update.
Select Windows or Mac to start the download.
Locate the download on your computer and run it.
NOTE: On Windows, the file will usually be located in your Downloads folder.
- Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the installation.
Select your product to confirm this information applies to you
Updating Firmware and Syncing Account Changes to an Original inReach Device
The inReach® Sync application provides firmware updates to upgrade your inReach for PN-60w, inReach for Android, or inReach for Smartphones device with additional features and capabilities.
The inReach Sync application should also be used after making any changes to your Garmin Explore™ website account (such as changing your plan, Contacts, or Check-in/Preset messages).
NOTE: inReach Sync cannot be installed to an Android or iOS phone or tablet. For a list of compatible Windows and Mac operating systems, see - inReach Sync Compatibility.
Select an option below for help with installing and using the inReach sync program
inReach Sync for Windows
Current Version of inReach Sync for Windows: 1.4.47.4776
Plug the inReach into the computer.
- Launch inReach Sync from the computer.
Opening inReach Sync on a Windows or Mac Computer
Log in to inReach Sync with the e-mail address associated with the inReach device.
If prompted, follow the onscreen instructions to put the inReach device into update mode, then select OK.
Select Sync if inReach Sync does not automatically begin syncing.
IMPORTANT: Do not disconnect, power off, or make any changes to the inReach communicator during the update.
Close inReach Sync when the sync completes.
inReach Sync for Mac
Current Version of inReach Sync for Mac: 1.5.510932
Log in at explore.garmin.com
Select Plans & Devices.
Select Sync & Update.
Select Windows or Mac to start the download.
Locate the download on your computer and run it.
NOTE: On Mac, the file should appear on your desktop.
Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the installation.
Plug the inReach into the computer.
Launch inReach Sync from the computer.
Opening inReach Sync on a Windows or Mac Computer
Log in to inReach Sync with the e-mail address associated with the inReach device.
If prompted, follow the onscreen instructions to put the inReach device into update mode, then select OK.
Select Sync if inReach Sync does not automatically begin syncing.
IMPORTANT: Do not disconnect, power off, or make any changes to the inReach communicator during the update.
Close inReach Sync when the sync completes.
See Related for firmware update notes on the latest firmware available for the inReach for PN-60w, inReach for Android, or inReach for Smartphones.