ADTRAN ATLAS 800PLUS, User Manual

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Chapter 8
Updating Firmware
FIRMWARE UPDATING
To provide feature enhancements in the future, the ATLAS supports firmware
updating by field personnel. Two transfer methods are available for use in updat-
ing any modules that contain Flash memory, including the system controller of
the ATLAS. The first transfer method provided is via the ATLAS Chain-In port
using XMODEM protocol. The second transfer method provided by ATLAS is via
the ATLAS built-in Ethernet port using TFTP (Trivial File Transfer Protocol). To
simplify the update procedure, a common menu interface is available for use in
updating any upgradable module within ATLAS. The following sections describe
the procedure for updating using either transfer method.
Please consult the appropriate ATLAS module manual to determine if the module
supports flash upgrading.
XMODEM FIRMWARE UPDATING
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supports firmware updating to any upgradable module
using XMODEM transfer protocol via the base unit’s Chain-In port. This transfer
protocol can be found in most PC communications software packages. To config-
ure the Chain-In port’s data rate and other communication parameters, consult
the Chain Port Configuration section in the chapter “Installation” on page 2-1.
Ensure the communications software package being used has flow control turned
off.
Update Firmware Using XMODEM
1. Obtain the appropriate update file for the particular module from ADTRAN
Technical Support. For more information on how to contact ADTRAN
Technical Support, refer to “Warranty and Technical Support Information” on
page C-1.
2. Log in to ATLAS using a VT-100 terminal emulation communication software
package which contains XMODEM protocol support.