Firmware Upgrades, Replacing the Firmware Chip

Firmware Upgrades

Firmware upgrades allow you to install the latest available operating system for the AXR-NWS.

You will need a Phillips screwdriver and a non-conducting flat-blade tool to slip under the installed firmware IC to lift it up and out of the IC socket.

Replacing the Firmware Chip

1.Disconnect the AXlink connector (FIG. 8) from the rear of the AXR-NWS.

AXlink connector	High-Gain antenna
(3.5 mm)

Alignment slot

Firmware socket

FIG. 8 AXR-NWS circuit board and IC socket location

2.Using a small Phillips-head screwdriver, remove the two screws on the rear side of the AXR-NWS housing.

Ground yourself before touching anything within the AXR-NWS housing. Damage may occur to the components mounted on the circuit board if you retain a static electric charge.

3.Unscrew the antenna in a counter-clockwise direction and remove it from the rear connector.

4.Slide the rear plate/circuit board assembly out of the AXR-NWS housing.

5.Pry the firmware chip from its socket by placing a non-conducting, flat-blade tool between the firmware chip and its mounting socket.

6.Place the new firmware chip in the mounting socket. Ensure the pins on the firmware chip and the socket slots are aligned correctly. Apply sufficient pressure to the chip to seat it in the socket.

7.Replace the rear plate/circuit board assembly and secure the rear plate using the two screws removed in step 2.

AXR-NWS NetWave Server	11