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Preparing the DeviceMaster for Configuration
Checking the Protocol Firmware Version
Use PortVision DX to check the firmware version before configuring the ports.
Depending on the model you purchased, the DeviceMaster may or may not have
the protocol firmware loaded.
Note: Models that have a protocol loaded on the DeviceMaster are identified in
PortVision DX and the DeviceMaster is labeled accordingly.
The following procedure shows how to use PortVision DX to check the firmware
version on the DeviceMaster and check for the latest files.
Note: If you have not done so, install PortVision DX ( Installing PortVision DX on
Page 24).
1. Start PortVision DX by double-clicking the PortVision DX desktop icon or click
Start > Programs > Comtrol > PortVision DX > PortVision DX
.
2. Examine the List View pane to see if or/and what version of the firmware is
loaded on the DeviceMaster. If you see SocketServer or NS-Link as the
Software Version , you must load the appropriate firmware for your protocol.
3. Check the Comtrol FTP site to see if there is a later version available:
http://downloads.comtrol.com/html/DM_UP_main.htm .
4. If applicable, download the latest version and go to Step 3 in Uploading
Protocol-Specific Firmware on the DeviceMaster on Page 31.