Multi-Tech Systems MTCBA-C-EN-NX, MTCBA-E-EN, MTCBA-G-EN-FX manual

Appendix C – Firmware Upgrade Using External TFTP Client

Appendix C – Firmware Upgrade

Using External TFTP Client

Follow the steps below to install new firmware from the Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. Web site:

Obtaining the Latest Firmware Version

To obtain the latest version of the firmware, contact you Multi-Tech Sales Representative or contact Multi-Tech directly by phone or email:

Phone: 763-785-3500 or 800-328-9717

See the Multi-Tech Web site: www.multitech.com

1.Open the modem/router’s Web Management software using a Web Browser. Enter the Gateway Address http://192.168.2.1 (default) and complete the login.

2.Go to the IP Setup > General Configuration screen and check the Enable button for Firmware Upgrade under the TFTP Configuration at the button of the screen.

3.Click Save & Restart located on the Menu bar.

4.Then open the DOS screen by clicking the PC’s Start button and selecting Programs > Accessories > Command Prompt.

5.At the C: prompt, enter the upload request by typing the following:

tftp -i <ip-address> put <firmware-filename>-tftp.bin AMD-tftp.bin

Then press Enter.

Example: tftp -i 192.168.254.253 put c:\example.bin (Press Enter)

Definitions of the Upload Request Parameters:

•<ip-address>

Address of the Serial-to-Ethernet Adapter to which you are uploading the firmware image.

•<firmware filename>

Filename under which the firmware file was saved on your PC or local network.

•AMD-tftp.bin <>

. This is a case-sensitive file name; type it as shown here.

6.After the upgrade is completed, open the Web Management software to see if the new version shows.

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Contents

MultiModem Trademarks User GuideCopyright Record of Revisions Revision Date Description Table of Contents Tools Packet FiltersGRE Tunnels Dhcp Server Product and Interface Descriptions Introduction Product Description Application Example Ship Kit Contents Ethernet Ports Caution Safety WarningsHandling Precautions Vehicle Safety AT Command Information SpecificationsFeatures Edge Modems Gprs Modems Cdma Modems Getting Started Setup a Wireless AccountConnect Antenna, Ethernet, & Power Phone Numbers for the Wireless Modem Optional Attach the Modem to a Flat Surface Optional Fused DC Power Connection Ethernet LEDs Front Panel LEDsModem LEDs Set Your PC’s TCP/IP Address for Ethernet Functionality Prerequisite Steps Using AT Commands Network Registration Verification AT Command for Verifying Signal StrengthExiting Modem Mode Signal Strength Rssi Benefits of Using the Wizard Setup Use the Wizard Setup for Quick ConfigurationOpen a Web browser Password PPP ConfigurationPPP Authentication Authentication Shutdown Caution Set Time and Date Connecting to the Internet Steps Connecting to the InternetImportant Note About Provider Fees Page Navigating the Web Management Software Using the Web Management Software Services Tunnels Logs IP SetupNetworks Web Management Software Screens IP Setup Syslog Configuration General ConfigurationIP Configuration Auto Dialout Configuration Submit General Daylight Configuration Time Zone Configuration Important Note Daylight Saving Start TimeDaylight Saving End Time Add Static Routes Remote Configuration IP Setup Remote Configuration If NAT is disabled PPP PPP ConfigurationNAT Configuration If NAT is enabled Icmp Keep Alive Check PPP General PPP Wakeup-on-Call Wakeup-on-Call ConfigurationCaller ID Configuration Caller Acknowledgement Configuration PPP Wakeup-On-Call Examples For Gprs and EDGE, it is *99***1# Set the Time Delay. Use can use the 10 second default Example of Useful Gprs AT Commands PPP Power-On ConfigurationPPP Modem Commands Power-On Init String Configuration Networks & Services Network Configuration Networks & ServicesNetwork Configuration Service Configuration Networks & Services Service Configuration Packet Filters Packet Filters Packet FiltersPacket Filter Dnat Configuration Packet Filters Dnat ConfigurationPacket Filters Dnat Example Example MeterIP Example AnyExample Nochange Packet Filters Advanced Icmp ConfigurationConnection Tracking GRE Tunnels GRE Tunnel ConfigurationGRE Tunnels GRE Tunnels GRE Routes Configuration GRE Tunnels GRE Routes Configuration Subnet Settings Dhcp Server Subnet SettingsDhcp Server Tools Tools Dhcp Fixed ConfigurationTools Dhcp Server Fixed Addresses Important Notes Tools Service StatusTools Firmware Upgrade Firmware Upgrade Tools Save Configuration Tools Load ConfigurationLoad Configuration Statistics & Logs Ethernet Statistics & LogsStatistics & Logs Serial Statistics & Logs PPP Statistics & Logs SysInfo Statistics & Logs PPP Trace Statistics & Logs GRE Statistics Statistics & Logs Dhcp StatStatistics & Logs Modem Information Appendix a a Reference Table of Commonly Supported Subnets Appendix a Reference Table of Commonly Supported Subnets Antenna Appendix B Wireless AntennaGSM and E-GSM Radio Characteristics Cdma Radio Characteristics How to Change the Fuse Fused DC Power Cable Dimensions Obtaining the Latest Firmware Version Appendix C Firmware Upgrade Using External Tftp Client Multi-Tech Warranty Statement Multi-Tech Warranty Statement Repair Procedures for International Distributors Replacement Parts Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Weee Appendix E Waste Electrical Electronic Equipment Index General Configuration IP Setup 31, 32