C. Procedure for Downloading New Software
At some point in the future, you may need to upgrade the RangeLAN2 Ethernet Adapter software. To do this, choose the Download New Software Version option from the Main Menu. You need to use the XMODEM protocol to complete the download. Commonly used serial communication programs, such as Hyperterminal and Procomm Plus, support the XMODEM protocol.
The steps for downloading a new image are:
1.Place the new software file on the computer's hard drive, a floppy disk, or a network server.
2.Attach the Ethernet Adapter to a free serial port on the computer using an
3.Open a terminal screen and set the serial port settings to 9600 bps, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no parity.
4.Bring up the Ethernet Adapter configuration menu by typing <Enter> in a terminal screen when the unit is powered up.
5.Choose Download New Software Version from the Main Menu.
6.You will be prompted to send a file containing the software version using the XMODEM protocol.
7.When the download is successful, the Ethernet Adapter will automatically reboot using the new software.
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