Nortel Networks NS4540 manual Appendix B Upgrading the Software, Check software version

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Appendix B - Upgrading the Software

NETCOMM NS4540 software is contained in Flash Memory, a silicon chip allows it to be erased and re-written. It provides an easy way to update the software without changing any parts; just simply load the newest software from the network.

The following procedures are to update the software:

Check software version

Enter URL "http://<NETCOMM NS4540 IP address>/ver" in your web browser, which will show you the software version.

Example:

enter "http://192.168.0.200/ver" in Microsoft IE5 URL location, you will see the software version--" Software Version=1.11 Revision 0905.1641 ", which indicates the currently software version is 1.11.

Obtain the software (flash.bin)

The latest version of the NETCOMM NS4540 software is free of charge from NETCOMM or your local distributor.

Upgrade procedure via FTP

1.Download the newest software and unzip it into your local Driver, for example "C:\temp". Then, confirm the "flash.bin" file exists in this directory.

2.Remove all event settings and Reset the NETCOMM NS4540:

You have two ways to remove the event scripts. One is to choose "Clear" and to use "Save" icon on "Event Script Edit" page to set the event script to empty. The other is to click the "Load Default" icon in Server / System page to reset all settings; however, it will not only delete events, but also all other settings. Then click the "Reboot System" to restart the NETCOMM NS4540 or enter CGI command URL

"http://<NETCOMM NS4540 IP address>/control?reboot=1" in your web browser.

Caution: You must remove all events and reboot the NETCOMM NS4540 before doing the following procedures; otherwise, some occasional internal conflicts may endanger the Flash devices.

3.Start the FTP session and log in to the NETCOMM NS4540 For example, in our case for Windows98:

Enter DOS by "start->Program->MS-DOS Prompt" Change to the directory where the latest flash.bin exist.

Start ftp session by enter "ftp <NETCOMM NS4540 IP Address>

Enter "root" as USERNAME, "pass" as PASSWORD if no user in User List record. In case any user list exists, you will have to use your administrator's USERNAME and PASS- WORD to login

4.Set FTP to binary mode using the command "bin".

In FTP session window, Enter "bin"

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Contents NS4540 Contents Appendix C Update custom web pages NetComm NS4540 Dome Camera User Guide YML7** Rev1 Introduction What is the Netcomm Network Dome Camera?Advantage Features Package Contents Structural Elements HardwareConnection Jack and Cable Requirement POWER/STATUS LED DIP Switch Setting Netcomm NS4540 ID Address Setting Refer Chart Indoor Installation Structural Drawing InstallationOutdoor Installation Structural Drawing Pendant Mounting Embedded Mounting False Ceiling NetComm NS4540 Dome Camera User Guide YML7** Rev1 Attached Mounting Fixed Ceiling YML7** Rev1 NetComm NS4540 Dome Camera User Guide YML7** Rev1 NetComm NS4540 Dome Camera User Guide Pendant Mounting External Housing NetComm NS4540 Dome Camera User Guide Assign IP Address by ARP Command Configuring your CameraPreparation before IP Assignment NetComm NS4540 Dome Camera User Guide YML7** Rev1 Execute IP Installer Assign IP by IP InstallerNetcomm IP Installer form is displayed on the screen Assign an IP Address to Netcomm NS4540 Verify the IP Address and Open the Home Verify and Complete the Installation from Your BrowserNetComm NS4540 Dome Camera User Guide YML7** Rev1 To Browse Netcomm NS4540 Live Video From Homepage Netcomm NS4540 Homepages Usage OverviewServer Configurations ConfigurationNetwork Configurations Video Configurations ConfigurationsEvent Configurations Server Configuration Netcomm NS4540 Configurations SettingServer General Settings User SettingsAdd New User System Command Clock SettingNetwork General Settings Network SettingDhcp Settings Smtp SettingsDdns Setting NetComm NS4540 Dome Camera User Guide YML7** Rev1 PTZ Settings I / O ConfigurationGpio Input Status Time Stamp Video SettingNtsc PAL Video AdjustmentMotion Area Selection Event ManagementDome Camera are supported Event EditChanges button in the main Administration panel Operational Appendix a SpecificationsCamera Electrical Optical LensEnvironmental MechanicalAppendix B Upgrading the Software Upgrade procedure via FTPCheck software version NetComm NS4540 Dome Camera User Guide YML7** Rev1 Clean up system Appendix C Update custom web pagesDownload complete web pages Upload custom web pagesSave the changes to flash Verify updated contentsAppendix D Emergency Factory Default Installation Kit Appendix E Trouble ShootingContact Information Appendix F Registering your NetComm ProductTrade marks and Notices Legal & Regulatory Information Copyright InformationCustomer Information Warranty NetComm NS4540 Dome Camera User Guide YML7** Rev1