Altusen KM0216 / KM0432, User Manual

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Chapter 6
The Firmware Upgrade Utility
Introduction
Purpose
The purpose of the Windows-based Firmware Upgrade Utility
(FWUpgrade.exe) is to provide an automated process for make upgrading the
KVM switch's firmware as smooth and painless as possible.
The program comes as part of a Firmware Upgrade Package that is specific for
each device.
As new firmware revisions become available, new firmware upgrade packages
are posted on our Website. Check the Website regularly to find the latest
information and packages.
Before You Begin
To prepare for the firmware upgrade, do the following:
1. From a computer that is not part of your KVM installation go to our Inter-
net support site and choose the model name that relates to your device to
get a list of available Firmware Upgrade Packages.
2. Choose the Firmware Upgrade Package you want to install (usually the
most recent) and download it to your computer.
3. Use Cat 5 cable to connect the KM0216 / KM0432's Firmware Upgrade
Port to a hub that the computer you used in Step 1 connects to.
Note: On a daisy chained installation, connect the cable to the First Station
unit. The chained stations will receive the upgrade via the daisy
chain cables.
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