Minicom Advanced Systems 116 IP manual Obtaining new firmware, Hardware version report

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Figure 47 Hardware version report

27.6.2 RoC/RICC version number

Before you can tick a RoC/RICC, you must unselect the 116 IP Switch checkbox. To verify the RoC/RICC version number:

1.Check one or more or all of the RoC/RICCs.

2.Click . The firmware version number appears.

3.Click . The hardware version number appears.

When “Not responding” appears, there is no computer connected, or it is switched off.

27.7 Obtaining new firmware

Download the latest firmware for your system from www.minicom.com

27.7.1 Updating the firmware

Warning!

Never switch off any computer connected to the Smart 116 IP system during the updating process.

To update the firmware:

1.Select the option to update 116 IP Manager or the RoC/RICCs.

2.From the File menu, choose Open. The Open box appears. See Figure 48.

3.Navigate to the folder that contains the firmware update file. You may only see the files that match the file selection mask.

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Contents Smart 116 IP User Guide Table of Contents OSD Troubleshooting Safe modeSwitching between computers Logging out Starting a remote sessionUpdate software Troubleshooting Technical precautions WelcomeTrademarks Introduction Key featuresSmart 116 IP unit System componentsCompatibility TerminologyPre-installation guidelines Connector tableLED and button table Rack mounting the Smart 116 IP Avoiding general rack mounting problemsClient computer operating system Connecting the systemRoC/RICCs Connecting to the networkConnecting a RoC/RICC PS/2 Connecting a RoC/RICC USB Connecting the power supply Initial settings Default IP addressConnecting the CAT5 cables Connecting a KVM consoleLogging into the Web interface Login13.2 KVM.net Network ConfigurationSSL Certificate notes 13.1 LANSaving changes Administration User SettingsAdding a user AdministratorUser View onlyAdministration Switch Configuration Deleting a userBlocking a user Install switch definition file Administration User TargetsStandard security policy High security policy Security SettingsSecurity SSL Certificate Maintenance Firmware UpgradeLogging out Restore Factory SettingsRemote console window Starting a remote sessionTaking over a busy remote session Full screen modeSwitching to a different server Changing the performance settingsToolbar Bandwidth Adjusting the Video settingsRefresh Keyboard key sequences Power cycleClick Stop Recording Click Start RecordingSynchronizing mouse pointers Examples 23.9.3.1 USBAdvanced Mouse Emulation Mouse Emulation Dialog box Minicom icon menu featuresTroubleshooting Safe mode Disconnecting the remote sessionEntering Safe mode Safe mode menu Restoring factory defaultsRestoring the device firmware RebootSwitching between computers OSDKeyboard hotkeys OSD settings F2 Navigating the OSDSelecting a computer User Status U Administrator Status aSecurity Supervisor Status SSerial port Activating password protectionChanging the OSD hotkey Autoskip26.4 F7 Defaults Ports settingsEditing the Switch name Time settings Users Time settings windowSecurity Users settings windowOSD Help window F1 Security settings windowMoving the label F6 Tuning F5Please note Scanning computers F4Upgrading the Smart 116 IP firmware System requirements for the Update softwareConnecting the Smart 116 IP System Connecting the RS232 Download cableStarting and configuring the Update software Installing the softwareButton or Box Function Smart 116 IP Switch Update windowCom Port Dialog box Verifying the version numbersHardware version report Obtaining new firmwareResetting the Smart 116 IP or RoC/RICCs Update software TroubleshootingElectricity failure Setting default values for the OSDCommunication Error message Get StatusTechnical specifications Video resolution and refresh rates SafetyUser guide feedback Regional Offices

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