5. Upgrading Firmware

Vlinx MESR9xx Modbus Gateway

5.Upgrading the Modbus Gateway Firmware

Occasionally, updated firmware may become available for your Modbus gateway. The firmware can be upgraded using the Zlinx Manager software. The following procedure describes the firmware updating process:

1. Click the Upgrade button to open the Firmware Upgrade dialog box.

Figure 20. Firmware Upgrade Dialog Box

The name of the currently selected Modbus gateway appears in the top drop down list. Other Modbus gateways (that have already been discovered) can be selected from the drop down list, if desired.

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MESR9xx specifications

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