Nortel Networks 5100 manual FTP software update process, Provisioning the FTP update server

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ATTENTION

If an outgoing or incoming call is made or received on the IP Phone 1535 during the software update process, the update process is halted for the duration of the call.

FTP software update process

The IP Phone 1535 can perform updates to its installed system software, by connecting to a locally provisioned FTP update server and automatically detecting, downloading, and installing any available updates it finds there.

The sequence for a successful FTP-based software update to the IP Phone

1535 is as follows:

1.The IP Phone 1535 opens a connection to your configured FTP server.

2.Upon successful connection, the Username and Password (ipphone / 15354all) are sent automatically by the IP Phone 1535 for authentication on the FTP server.

3.The IP Phone 1535 retrieves the FirmwareUpdateRequest.acfg file for its currently installed version from the [software version] directory of your FTP server.

4.The FirmwareUpdateRequest.acfg file points the IP Phone 1535 to information about available upgrades. In order to successfully complete the upgrade process, you must update this file within the existing software directory for any new FTP image that is placed on the FTP server.

5.If the firmware on the phone is found to be current, the FTP connection is closed.

6.If the firmware is not current, the IP Phone 1535 retrieves and applies the upgrade, according to the directory specified by the FirmwareUpdateRequest.acfg file.

7.After the successful download and install of the available upgrade, the IP Phone 1535 determines itself to be current and closes the active connection to your FTP server.

Provisioning the FTP update server

For the IP Phone 1535 to successfully perform updates to its system software, certain provisioning requirements must be met on the local FTP server hosting the IP Phone 1535 software update files.

This section details the provisioning requirements of your FTP update server by providing descriptions of:

•the required configuration of the FTP server login account (used by the IP Phone 1535 for connections to the FTP update server),

Nortel Multimedia Communications Server 5100

Nortel IP Phone 1535 Installation and Commissioning

NN43160-300 00.13 Preliminary

Release 4.0 22 August 2007

Copyright © 2007, Nortel Networks

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Contents Nortel IP Phone 1535 Installation and Commissioning Page August 22nd Revision historyMay 25th MayRevision history Contents Configuring Email Copyright 2007, Nortel Networks Contents New in this release FeaturesOther Changes New in this release Contents How to get helpGetting help from the Nortel web site How to get help IP Phone About the Nortel IP PhoneIP Phone 1535 shipping box content Safety informationDefault factory settings Care of the IP PhoneRAM 64 MB Sdram Technical specificationsMultiple Language Support VoIP Settings menuDescription of the IP Phone 1535 menu options System Settings menu Using the SD/MMC card To copy files from the phone to SD/MMC card About the Nortel IP Phone Installing the IP Phone 1535 for the first time First time installation of the IP PhoneInstalling the IP Phone 1535 for the first time Provision the MCS Physically install the IP PhoneConnect the IP Phone 1535 to a power source Installation guidelinesConnect the handset Attach the IP Phone 1535 to the stand Logging in to the IP Phone 1535 Admin modeConnect to Pstn Accessing and modifying the LAN Network Settings Connecting the IP Phone 1535 to the LANEnabling the LAN connection profile Accessing and modifying the LAN Network Settings Access and modify Wireless Settings Enabling the WiFi connection profileAccess and modify Wireless Settings Modifying User Information parameters Configuration of NAT-Traversal Modifying Proxy parametersEnabling Stun protocol Configuring VoIP domain name informationConfiguring the Stun server Registering the IP Phone Modifying port assignmentsStep Action Checking for available IP Phone 1535 software updates IP Phone 1535 System Software UpdatesInitiating manual software updates for the IP Phone Provisioning the FTP update server FTP software update processProvisioning the FTP server directory structure Configuring the FTP server login accountHandling the FirmwareUpdateRequest.acfg file FTP software update filesIP Phone 1535 System Software Updates Provisioning the FTP update server Sample FTP server directory structure Registration option Additional configuration using the VoIP Settings menuDe-Registering the IP Phone Misc. Miscellaneous configuration option Ports For more information, see Modifying port assignments Accessing and modifying Call Total Bandwidth CtbwModifying Codec Priority lists Configuring VoIP Voice Mail Configuring the Mailbox ID Accessing and activating the Reset function Additional configuration using the System Settings menuModifying the Date and Time Accessing the Technical Features configuration option Accessing the Technical Features configuration option Additional configuration using the System Settings menu Configuring IP Phone 1535 Email account information Configuring EmailSmtp Server Enabling and disabling the Camera IP Phone 1535 CameraIP Phone 1535 Camera Known issues TroubleshootingBasic troubleshooting Troubleshooting connectivity issuesTroubleshooting IP Phone 1535 emissions statement IP Phone 1535 Regulatory InformationRegulatory information and disclaimers EMC compliance Jurisdiction Standard Description Regulatory and Safety InformationUSA-FCC Federal Communications Commission statement Compliance Statement for Canada FCC Interference statementTelecom requirements for both Canada and USA Telecom requirements for both Canada and USA IP Phone 1535 Regulatory Information Page Nortel IP Phone 1535 Installation and Commissioning
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5100 specifications

Nortel Networks 5100 is a powerful platform designed for telecommunications and networking, primarily aimed at enhancing the solutions provided to service providers and enterprises. Introduced as part of Nortel's robust portfolio, the 5100 combines various features that cater to the demands of modern network environments.

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