Alesis Appendix a K2661 Boot Block, Starting the Boot Block, Updating K2661 Software

K2661 Boot Block

Starting the Boot Block

Appendix A

K2661 Boot Block

The Boot Block is a part of the K2661 software that lets you update the K2661 operating system and objects from either a SCSI device or the SmartMedia drive. The Boot Block also provides diagnostics options for service personnel and a reset option.

Note: Your K2661 comes from the factory with the operating system and ROM objects already installed. You do not need to run the K2661 Boot Block to start up a new K2661.

Starting the Boot Block

When you start the K2661, it displays a “Please wait...” message and waits for approximately two seconds. Press and release the Exit button while the “Please wait...” message is displayed to start the Boot Block. Otherwise, the K2661 will start up normally.

When the Boot Block starts, it will test the K2661's files to make sure they are valid. Press the OK soft button to invoke the highlighted menu option.

BootBlockMain

K2661BootBlockv1.00Valid

K2661HardwareConfigv1.00Valid

K2661Enginev1.00Valid

UserObjectsValid

InstallRunResetDIAGS

Boot Block Main Menu

The Main Menu looks and functions similarly to other K2661 menus. Press one of these soft buttons to access a function:

•Install – lets you update the K2661’s operating system, Boot Block, and/or objects from a SmartMedia card or disk drive connected via SCSI.

•Run – starts the K2661 in its regular operating mode.

•Reset – performs a hard reset.

•DIAGS – runs diagnostic tests for troubleshooting issues with the K2661.

Updating K2661 Software

From time-to-time, Kurzweil Music Systems may release updates to the K2661’s operating system, Boot Block, and/or objects. Generally, these will be posted at our web site:

http://www.kurzweilmusicsystems.com/

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