Introduction
APPENDIX A - FIRMWARE UPDATES
A.1 INTRODUCTION
Liebert’s IntelliSlot® cards may be updated to take advantage of the latest release of the firmware with enhanced features, compatibility with new units or service patches. Upgraded firmware may be downloaded with a browser, such as Internet Explorer. Liebert maintains firmware upgrades on its Web site, www.liebert.com/downloads.
Liebert manufactures various types of network cards for Liebert products. Before beginning any upgrade, determine the type of Liebert IntelliSlot card to be upgraded.
This identifying
NOTE
Liebert recommends that users read all the instructions prior to attempting a firmware upgrade.
A.1.1 Overview
The firmware upgrade involves these steps:
Table A1 Overview of the upgrade process
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1. Decide which interface to use to connect to the | A.2 | - Connect to the Card - Terminal Emulation, Telnet |
Liebert IntelliSlot card |
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2. Prepare for the upgrade |
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• Make sure you have everything needed to | A.3.1 - Requirements to Update the Liebert IntelliSlot | |
perform the upgrade |
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• Check the type of card and firmware version | A.3.2 - Determine the Liebert IntelliSlot Card Type and | |
currently installed |
| Firmware Version |
• Download the upgrade file from Liebert’s Web | A.3.3 - Download the Firmware Upgrade File to the | |
site |
| Computer |
• Decide which method to use for the upgrade | A.3.4 - Choose a Method to Install the Firmware | |
| Upgrade | |
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3. Follow the | ||
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• HTTP (Web) Method | A.4 | - Updating the Firmware - HTTP (Web) Method |
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• TFTP (HyperTerminal, Telnet, Web) Method | A.5 | - Updating the Firmware - TFTP (HyperTerminal, |
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• Xmodem (Serial) Method | A.6 | - Updating the Firmware - Xmodem (Serial) Method |
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A.1.2 Estimated Time to Download the Firmware Upgrade File
The amount of time required to download the firmware upgrade file depends on the upgrade method used. Refer to Table A2 for estimated times for each method.
Table A2 Estimated Time for downloads
Upgrade Method | Expected Speed | ||
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HTTP (Web) Method | |||
(.bin file) | (subject to network traffic) | ||
TFTP (HyperTerminal, Telnet, Web) Method | |||
(.bin file) | (subject to network traffic) | ||
Xmodem (Serial) Method | 1st file | 2 minutes | |
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2nd file | 2 minutes | ||
Xmodem 1K 115,200 bps | |||
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| 3rd file | ||
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