Avocent DSR2161, DSR1161, DSR4160, DSR800 Appendix a Flash Upgrades, To upload a new Flash file

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Appendix A: FLASH Upgrades

The DSR FLASH upgrade feature allows you to update your unit with the latest firmware available. To perform this update, you will first need a Trivial FTP (TFTP) server. If you do not have a TFTP server, there are several shareware programs that you can download.

You can find a freeware TFTP server at http://www.klever.net/kin/ pumpkin.html.

Next you will need to download the latest FLASH firmware from Avocent at http://www.avocent.com/support. Save the FLASH upgrade file to the appropriate directory on the TFTP server.

Once this is complete, the following step will upload the new FLASH file:

To upload a new FLASH file:

1.Connect a terminal or PC running terminal emulation software (such as HyperTerminal) to the configuration port on the back panel of the DSR using the supplied null-modem cable. The terminal should be set to 9600 baud, 8 bits, 1 stop bit, no parity, no flow control.

2.If the DSR is not on, turn it on now. After approximately 10 seconds, press any key to access the main menu.

3.You will see the Terminal Applications menu with six options. Select Option 3, Firmware Management.

NOTE: The current version of your firmware will be displayed on the Firmware Management screen.

4.Select Option 1, FLASH Download.

5.Type the IP Address of your TFTP server and press Enter.

6.Type the name of the file that you downloaded from the Avocent site.

7.Confirm the TFTP download by typing a y or yes and pressing Enter.

8.The DSR will verify that the file you downloaded is valid. Next, you will be prompted to confirm the upgrade. Type a y or yes and press Enter to confirm.

9.The DSR will begin the FLASH upgrade process. On-screen indicators will display the upgrade progress. When the upload is complete, the DSR will reset and upgrade the internal subsystems.

WARNING: Do not cycle power to the DSR during this process. A loss of power will render the DSR inoperable and require the unit be returned to the factory for repair.

10. Once the upgrade is complete, a verification message will appear on screen.

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Contents DSR Power on DSR USA Notification Canadian Notification Table of Contents Page Product Overview Page Reduce cable bulk Features and BenefitsAccess the DSR via network connection DSView provides simple point and click access to any serverTCP/IP DSR Model Comparison Safety PrecautionsRack mount safety considerations Installation Page Verification of Ethernet/computer connections Getting StartedSupplied with the DSR Additional items neededDSR in a Network Configuration Setting up your networkBasic DSR Configuration Installing the DSR UnitTo configure the DSR hardware To install the DSR hardwareTo connect a Dsriq module to each server To adjust the mouse accelerationTo install your DS software To connect and power up your DSRLocal Port Operation Page Viewing and Selecting Ports and Servers To access the Main dialog boxOscar Status Symbols Controlling your System at the Local PortSelecting servers Soft switchingOscar GUI Oscar navigation basicsChanging the display behavior Configuring OscarTo access the Setup menu Setup Features to Manage Routine Tasks for your ServersTo set a delay time for Oscar GUI To access the Menu dialog boxTo set the Switch Mode To determine how the status flag is displayed To access the Flag dialog boxControlling the status flag Oscar Status FlagsTo access the Security dialog box Setting console securityTo set or change the password To log in to your console To password protect your consoleTo remove password protection from your console To enable the screen saver mode with no password protectionTo turn off the screen saver To exit the screen saver modeTo access the Names dialog box Assigning server namesTo list servers alphabetically by name Resetting your Keyboard and MouseTo reset the mouse and keyboard values To assign names to serversTo display version information Displaying Version InformationDSR Installer/User Guide Terminal Operations Page Security Configuration menu Accessing the Terminal MenuTerminal applications menu commands Network Configuration menuTo activate security Enable Debug Messages menuSet/Change Password menu Firmware Management menuExit menu To change the passwordDSR Installer/User Guide Appendices Page To upload a new Flash file Appendix a Flash UpgradesServer Ports Appendix B Technical SpecificationsAppendix C Technical Support DSR Installer/User Guide Limited Warranty For Technical Support
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