MultiModemUSB User Guide

Step 6: Upgrade the Modem’s Firmware

At various times, Multi-Tech may add enhancements and/or fixes to the modem firmware. Flash technology allows you to load these upgrades into the PROM. Do the following.

1.Download FLASHPRO.ZIP and a new .HEX file from the Multi-Tech FTP or Web site.

2.Unzip the FLASHPRO.ZIP file. Place this unzipped file and the .HEX file in the same directory.

3.Run FlashPro by typing FLASHPRO, a space, and hitting ENTER at the DOS prompt.

4.Highlight the "Configure" option in the MAIN MENU and hit ENTER. Highlight "Active Port" and select the COM port to which you have your modem attached. Highlight "Baud Rate" and select the rate you want to program at. Hit ESC when finished.

5.Highlight the "Select File to Program" option in the MAIN MENU. Highlight the .HEX file. Hit ESC when finished.

6.Highlight "Program Firmware" option in the MAIN MENU. When you are prompted to confirm the file to program, press "Y".

7.If you need more assistance programming FLASHPRO, contact our Technical Support department.

Step 7: Restore Your Parameters

Your modem is now updated. You can now open your terminal program to reprogram your modem parameters, if necessary, or to confirm the update by typing ATI in the terminal window.

68

MT4X56USB

Page 68
Image 68
Multi-Tech Systems MT4X56USB manual Upgrade the Modem’s Firmware, Restore Your Parameters