12.1 Updating System Software
12.1 Updating System Software
Software Update
HEIDENHAIN Corporation recommends making a backup of the control with the included USB Recovery Drive
Use a blank USB memory stick (512 MB or larger) to update the software. Do not use any memory stick with a smaller storage capacity.
The setup.zip file is required for updating the software. The file will automatically be recognized by the installation program of the control and must be contained in the root directory of the USB memory stick.
Procedure for updating the software
With the control software running, insert the USB memory stick containing the setup.zip file.
Ensure that you are in "Manual Data Input" mode by verifying the button is highlighted.
Press "System Maintenance", and select "Config". Enter "222" if prompted for a password.
Press the "Config Data" button and navigate to "System
Change the "shutdownOnUser" parameter to TERMINATE.
Exit the Config, and save settings.
Shut down the control software using the normal method of "Shutdown
At the Username: prompt, enter "222" and press ENTER.
At software update menu screen, Press "1" and ENTER.
The software update will now be done automatically, taking approximately 10 - 20 minutes.
When the update is complete, it will prompt you to remove the USB drive and restart. At this time, remove the USB drive and press ENTER to restart.
After the system has restarted, it will start up normally to the control software.
You can now return to "System Maintenance
If any issues are encountered, please either refer to the technical manual or contact your service representative for assistance.
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