Chapter 5

The Firmware Upgrade Utility

The Windows-based Firmware Upgrade Utility provides a smooth, automated process for upgrading the KVM extender's firmware.

The Utility comes as part of a Firmware Upgrade Package that is specific for each device. New firmware upgrade packages are posted on our web site as new firmware revisions become available. Check the web site regularly to find the latest packages and information relating to them:

http://www.aten.com

Before You Begin

To prepare for the Firmware Upgrade, do the following:

1.Using a computer connected to the Local or Remote Unit, go to our Internet support site and choose the model name of your device (CE774 / CE775) to get a list of available Firmware Upgrade Packages.

Note: You can only update one CE774 / CE775 unit at a time (Local Unit or Remote Unit); the Firmware Upgrade Utility varies for each.

2.Choose the Firmware Upgrade Package you want to install (usually the most recent), and download it to your computer.

3.Push and hold the Operation Mode pushbutton and power on the front panel of the Local or Remote unit to enter the firmware upgrade mode.

4.Use the a Serial RS-232 cable to connect a COM port on your computer to the CE774L / CE775L or CE774R / CE775R RS-232 port.

Note: The Serial RS-232 cable is not provided in the package.

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