USB data cable
Learn how to use a USB data cable to copy content, such as music or pictures, to and from your phone.
Sync photos or other content between your phone and a computer
You can use a USB cable to sync photos, videos, music, and other content created by you between your phone and a computer.
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Use a compatible USB cable to connect your phone to a compatible computer.
The phone is displayed as a portable device on your computer.
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Use the file manager of the computer to sync the content.
Related topics
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See Select the USB mode .
Select the USB mode
For best results when using a USB cable to get content from or when synchronising with your computer, use the appropriate USB mode.
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Use a compatible USB cable to connect your phone to your compatible computer or other device.
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When prompted, select from the following:
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Use as mass storage — Your phone is recognised as a USB flash memory. You can also connect your phone to other devices, such as a home or car stereo.
While connected to a computer in this mode, you may not be able to use some of the phone applications. It is possible to use your computer to view, sync, move, or delete the photos, music, and other content stored on your phone.
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Sync and connect — You have connected to a computer that has Nokia Link installed. In this mode, you can synchronise your phone with Nokia Link and use other Nokia Link features.
This mode is activated automatically when you open the Nokia Link application.
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To set the default USB mode, used every time you connect your phone, select 
and Accessories > USB .