4. If a Windows driver is loaded for the Medium changer in question, it will
block the SCSI port for the flashing utility and FlashIt will not see the drive.
Cure: Disable the device. (Select and disable the Medium changer in the
Device Manager: "My Computer" – “Manage” – “Device Manager”).
5. Start the FlashIt utility and follow the instructions in the program.
6. As the Download Utility begins data transfer,
the FastStor 1 displays this message:
Flash Firmware
SCSI Update:
Transferring Data
7. When the firmware image file has been
downloaded, the loader checks the integrity of
the firmware image while displaying this
message:
Flash Firmware
SCSI Update:
Checking ECC
8. Once the code is approved, the loader starts
the erase and reprogram operation while
displaying this message:
Flash Firmware
SCSI Update
Reprogramming
Do not interfere!
During the Erase part of the reprogramming
cycle, the amber LED lights to warn against
interference. The erase operation takes less
than 20 seconds.
During the Programming part of the
reprogramming cycle, the green LED flashes in
addition to the amber LED remaining lit. The
programming operation takes less than one
minute.
9. When reprogramming is completed, the loader
does a normal reboot. Due to the reboot, the
FlashIt utility could display an error message,
which should be ignored.
If the firmware upgrade operation fails during step 8 due to a power shutdown
or similar occurrence, the loader may require service.
To verify that the firmware version in the loader is correct, enter the View Data
menu from the front panel. Select the “FastStor 1 Info” and from there the
“Loader FW Revision” entry to see the revision number.
Loader Firmware Upgrade via Web
The loader firmware can be upgraded via remote management.
1.
Log into the Remote Management web page.
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