Upgrading the Quectel BG96 module
firmware
From time to time, you may need to upgrade your Quectel BG96 module firmware. This includes
optionally installing the Eseye Telemetry Module (ETM) to facilitate data transfer from your device to
the cloud.
About the Eseye Telemetry Module
The Eseye Telemetry Module (ETM) is an application that runs on the Quectel BG96 module. ETM
simplifies connectivity to IoT cloud services by integrating Eseye AnyNet Secure SIM communication
and the MQTT signalling stack inside the modem.
You use an AT-command interface to send and receive telemetry data to and from the cloud service.
The Quectel BG96 module buffers publish data in non-volatile flash memory until it is delivered to the
cloud. The flash memory queues messages when there is no network connection, and protects against
data loss in the event of a power failure.
Before you begin
You need:
• A Windows 10 computer (version 1909 or later), or up-to-date Linux system, with
administrator access.
• The Quectel BG96 module where you want to update the firmware and possibly install ETM.
As an example, we have used a Quectel BG96 module within a LTE IoT 2 click. Your
setup may differ.
• A Micro USB cable with data transfer capability for connecting the Quectel BG96 module to
the computer. Ensure the cable is connected to the device and the computer.
• If required, a jumper wire to power up the Quectel BG96 module, for example if it is part of
an LTE IoT 2 click.
• A customer login for Eseye Zendesk, to access and download the required zip files. If you do
not have a customer login, contact Eseye Support:
You will download the following zip files:
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Eseye-enabled Quectel BG96 module Developer Guide v1.8
Upgrading the Quectel BG96 module firmware
