Axis Communications 250S user manual Appendix C Updating the Firmware

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AXIS 250S User’s Manual

Updating the Firmware

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Appendix C - Updating the Firmware

The AXIS 250S firmware is stored in Flash memory. This memory is provided by a silicon chip that, just like any other ROM device, retains data content even after power is removed. Flash memory is unique because it allows its data to be erased and re-written. This means you can install firmware updates for your AXIS 250S as they become available - without having to replace any parts. New firmware can be simply loaded into the AXIS 250S over the network.

Obtaining Updated firmware

The latest version of the AXIS 250S firmware is available free of charge from the Axis web site at www.axis.com or from your local distributor.

Updating the firmware

The AXIS 250S Flash memory is updated over the network using FTP. See the detailed instructions supplied with each new firmware release.

Important!

•Always read the upgrade instructions available with each new release, before updating the firmware.

•Upgrading normally takes between 30 seconds and 10 minutes, although it can take longer. After starting the process, you should always wait at least 20 minutes before power-cycling the AXIS 250S - even if you suspect the procedure has failed.

•In controlled environments, flash memory updates provide a very safe way of updating the firmware. However, flash products can become damaged if the update is not performed correctly. Your dealer reserves the right to charge for any repair attributable to faulty updating by the user.

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Contents Axis 250S MPEG-2 Video Server Axis 250S User’s Manual Table Of Contents Index Introduction Features and BenefitsAxis 250S User’s Manual Applications Axis 250S Rear Panel Product DescriptionAxis 250S Front Panel Title/Variant Part Number Title/Variants Part Numbers Hardware InventoryUnix only Type this in your command line Installing the Axis 250SClient System Requirements Axis 250S User’s Manual Installing the Axis 250SInstalling the Axis MPEG-2 Viewer Client Configuring the video source and audio equipment Accessing the Axis 250S from Internet ExplorerOperating the Axis 250S Accessing and logging on to the Axis 250SLive View Access from a browserPositional Control of the Video Source Disconnected Video SourceEvents and Event Types Configuring Event TypesSetting up a new event type General When Triggered Adding an Upload Server Upload ServersHttp Notification Notification ServersVideo Audio & Video SettingsPort Status Port Status & DevicesAudio Devices Preset position setupLive View Layout Accessing The System Options Administration & System OptionsUsers Administration DescriptionSystem Options Overview Adding Users Firewall SettingsEditing and Deleting Users Adding Allowed IP AddressesNew Server Time Date & TimeCurrent Server Time Automatic IP Configuration TCP/IP Network SettingsDynamic IP Address Notification Settings Parameter DescriptionDNS Manual IP ConfigurationPorts & Devices Smtp email Network SettingsNetwork Traffic IO PortsCOM-Port MaintenanceSupport Logs & Reports Factory Default Settings Installing the Axis IP Installer Appendix a Other IP Setup MethodsUsing the Axis IP Installer Setting the IP Address with the Axis IP Installer Checking the Firmware Appendix B TroubleshootingSupport Server ReportPing Reply Interpretation and recommendation PINGing Your IP AddressSymptoms Possible causes Remedial actions Symptoms, Possible Causes and Remedial ActionsRepeatedly attempts to Attempting to install, but Appendix C Updating the Firmware Obtaining Updated firmware Updating the firmwareModifying the File System Configuration via FTPAppendix D Customizing The Axis 250S Editing and Storing Your Web pages Customizing ProceduresCustom Web Pages Http//server ip address/local/filename.html Creating a New Home Connector Pinout Terminal Blocks a & B D-Sub ConnectorAppendix E Unit Connections I/O Terminal BlocksAxis 250S Schematic Diagram Terminal Connectors a & BPan Tilt Device Driver Connecting Pan/Tilt DevicesBrowser Administration Tools Digital Inputs Controlling and MonitoringTransistor Output Axis 250S then displays the status of the inputs, as follows Appendix F Technical Specifications Approvals EMC Image Quality vs Bit Rate Appendix G BandwidthVideo Bit Rate Other Considerations Index BootpPTZ devices Reports Axis 250S User’s Manual Index