GE MDS MDS iNET-II 900, Reference Manual, Page: 114 / 190

104 iNET Series Reference Manual 05-2806A01, Rev. H
1. Launch a TFTP server on a PC connected either directly or via a
LAN to the Ethernet port (
LAN
) of the radio. Point the server
towards the directory containing the fi rmware image fi le.
2. Connect to the Management System by whichever means is conve-
nient: Browser or Telnet via the
LAN
, or Terminal emulator via the
COM1
port.
3. Go to the MS Reprogramming Menu.
( Main Menu>>Maintenance Menu>>Reprogramming Menu )
4. Fill in the information for the:
•
TFTP Host Address
—IP Address of server (host computer) run-
ning TFTP server.
•
Retrieve File
—Name of file (
fi lename.ipk)
to be pulled from the
TFTP server holding the firmware file.
5. Pull the fi rmware fi le through the TFTP server into the transceiver.
( Main Menu>>Maintenance Menu>>Reprogramming Menu>>Retrieve File )
Status messages on the transfer are posted on the Management Sys-
tem screen.
NOTE:
The new firmware image file that replaces the “Inactive
Image” file will be automatically verified.
6. Reboot the transceiver.
Main Menu>>Maintenance Menu>>Reprogramming Menu>>Reboot Device
7. Test the transceiver for normal operation.
End of Procedure
Error Messages During File Transfers
It is possible to encounter errors during a file transfer. In most cases
errors can be quickly corrected by referring to Table 2-6.
Table 2-6. Common Errors During TFTP Transfer
Error Message Likely Cause/Corrective Action
Invalid File Type Indicates that the file is not a valid firmware
file. Locate proper file and re-load.
File not found Invalid or non-existent filename on TFTP
server
Invalid file path Invalid or non-existent file path to TFTP server
Timeout TFTP transfer time expired. Increase the
timeout value.
Flash Error Flash memory error. Contact factory for
assistance.