The Rand McNally is an essential part of the Rand McNally package. The Dock software operates on the Rand McNally GPS navigator. The software package is usually downloaded from the Rand McNally website.
The Dock gives access to upgrades and updates. Rand McNally Dock also gives users notifications for new maps and routes, users can also download and install updates from the Dock. How do you get it? How do you use it? Will it work for your devices? These questions will be answered in this write-up. Follow through carefully
How to Get Rand McNally Dock
The Dock is a software package thus can only be gotten from the internet. It is available for download on the Rand McNally website. The following are simple procedures to execute before getting the Dock software.
- Use a device (a laptop or desktop computer) that fulfills the conditions that will be mentioned in the course of this article. This is important as incompatible devices will not accept the software. To ensure your device is compatible, check for its specifications and properties and make sure it matches with the conditions mentioned
- Open the browser on your PC and search for randmcnally.com, once you are on the website, select the “support” icon on webpage. You’ll find it on the top right-hand corner of the page.
- The “support” icon takes you to a page that displays various options including one to download the Dock software.
- Initiate the download process; this will bring a prompt to choose either a Windows operating system or a Mac operating system. The latter is applicable for MacBook users only.
- After selecting the appropriate operating system, the page brings links to download for a specified operating system. Thus, there a unique link for Windows OS. The case is a bit different for Mac OS. Instead of one link to download, the page produces two links. One link allows download for the 32-bit version of the operating system. The other links works only for the 64-bit version of the operating system. Choose either that applies to the specification of your PC. This step is very important.
- After selecting the right link, the download initiates, use a stable and fast internet connection for a swift and hassle-free download process. Your download progress can be monitored from the download tab of your browser.
- Once the download completes, you’ll find it on the download folder in your PC storage, or any designated file.
- Install the downloaded software set-up and begin all the operations you need to perform.
The above steps are simple to perform and execute. If for any reason you are stuck, simply restart the whole process following the same instructions.
How to use Rand McNally Dock
The primary function of the Rand McNally Dock is to provide updates and upgrades as regards to maps, routes and other important elements of the GPS. Updates come regularly from the system developers therefore using the Dock Package is pretty important. The following are procedures to using Rand McNally Dock for updates;
- The Rand McNally GPS device must be connected to a computer (laptop or desktop) preinstalled using a USB cable
- An ADP (Automatic Data Processing) system is connected to the GPS device using a USB device
- After successful connections, open the Dock package on your PC and select your GPS model.
- You’ll find new updates, upgrades and other important notifications on the top left-hand corner of Rand McNally Dock page. Select the appropriate updates and download them.
- It is advised you download those updates on a memory card (preferably 8GB or higher). You need to because your GPS doesn’t have the storage capacity to download such files
- Install the downloaded updates, detach the memory card and restart your GPS device
- Your GPS navigator is ready to use
Using the Dock package is stress-free and uncomplicated. Follow the above steps and all will be well.
Devices Compatible with Rand McNally Dock
The Rand McNally Dock software requires certain specifications before running on your PC. Therefore, be sure your device has the following specifications before downloading the Rand McNally software.
If you use Windows operating system the following properties must be present on your PC:
- Storage space: 8GB or higher
- Windows version: Vista, XP, 7, 8, 10
- Browsers: Chrome, Opera, Firefox, Internet Explorer
For Mac operating system, the following are the requirement:
- Storage space: 8GB or higher
- Mac OS version: at least Mac OS X 10.5 (newer versions are also compatible), Intel based operating systems (e.g. Sierra, El Capitan, High Sierra)
- Browsers: Safari 4 (newer versions are also acceptable)
These specifications are quite common in newer computers available on the market. If all these properties are present on your PC, you are ready to install rand McNally Dock.
Conclusion
Finding your way may be difficult without the right tools. The system developers of Rand McNally have made things easy with the provision of the Dock software. It’s an essential tool for Rand McNally users.
Updates and upgrades can be installed seamlessly because of the presence of the Dock package. Take advantage of the many benefits of this vital, update maps and find new routes. Your journey would be better if you do.