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Reprogramming
— Managing and selecting the unit’s operating
system firmware resources.
(
See “ Reprogramming Menu” on
Page 99
)
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Con fi guration Scripts
—Saving and importing data files contain-
ing unit operating parameters/settings.
(
See “ Configuration
Scripts Menu” on Page 104
)
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Authorization Key
—Alter the unit’s overall capabilities by
enabling the built-in resources. (See “ Authorization Keys
Menu” on Page 107
)
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Auto-Upgrade/Remote-Reboot
—Configure when remotes retrieve
new firmware versions from the associated AP, and whether or
not they reboot to the new firmware after receiving the new
firmware. (See
“ Auto-Upgrade/Remote-Reboot Menu” on
Page 107)
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Radio Test
—A diagnostic tool for testing RF operation.
(See “ Radio Test Menu” on Page 109)
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Ping Utility
—Diagnostic tool to test network connectivity.
(See “ Ping Utility Menu” on Page 110)
Figure 2-62. Maintenance/Tools Menu
2.9.1 Reprogramming Menu
The transceiver has two copies of the firmware (microprocessor code)
used for the operating system and applications. One copy is “active” and
the second one is standing by, ready to be used once activated. You can
load new firmware into the inactive position and place it in service
whenever you desire.
From time-to-time GE MDS offers upgrades to the transceiver firm-
ware. Loading new firmware into the unit will not alter any privileges
provided by Authorization Keys and does
not require the transceiver be