Chapter 8

Updating Firmware

 

 

 

FIRMWARE UPDATING

To provide feature enhancements in the future, the ATLAS supports firmware updating by field personnel. Two transfer methods are available for use in updat- ing any modules that contain Flash memory, including the system controller of the ATLAS. The first transfer method provided is via the ATLAS Chain-In port using XMODEM protocol. The second transfer method provided by ATLAS is via the ATLAS built-in Ethernet port using TFTP (Trivial File Transfer Protocol). To simplify the update procedure, a common menu interface is available for use in updating any upgradable module within ATLAS. The following sections describe the procedure for updating using either transfer method.

Please consult the appropriate ATLAS module manual to determine if the module supports flash upgrading.

XMODEM FIRMWARE UPDATING

The ATLAS 800PLUS supports firmware updating to any upgradable module using XMODEM transfer protocol via the base unit’s Chain-In port. This transfer protocol can be found in most PC communications software packages. To config- ure the Chain-In port’s data rate and other communication parameters, consult the Chain Port Configuration section in the chapter “Installation” on page 2-1.

Ensure the communications software package being used has flow control turned off.

Update Firmware Using XMODEM

1.Obtain the appropriate update file for the particular module from ADTRAN Technical Support. For more information on how to contact ADTRAN Technical Support, refer to “Warranty and Technical Support Information” on page C-1.

2.Log in to ATLAS using a VT-100 terminal emulation communication software package which contains XMODEM protocol support.

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