Maintenance
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8.1
Updating the software and firmware (Android)
Software updates are made available at regular intervals to keep the functionality of the "SIDRIVE
IQ Config" application up-to-date and to implement new functions.
8.1.1
Updating the "SIDRIVE IQ Config" application
1. Update the "SIDRIVE IQ Config" application via the Google Play Store.
2. To do this, activate the "Automatic update to" or "Notification via App updates" function.
8.1.2
Identifying the firmware version of the connectivity module
1. Select the "Settings" menu.
2. Select the "System" submenu.
3. Scroll to the end of the "System" submenu.
The installed firmware version is displayed.
8.1.3
Updating the connectivity module firmware
To keep the firmware of the connectivity module up to date and to implement new functions,
firmware updates are regularly made available. Update the firmware using the "SIDRIVE IQ
Config" application.
Note
You will find the latest firmware version at Siemens Industry Online Support (SIOS) (
support.industry.siemens.com/cs/de/en/ps/25522/dl
When you log on to SIOS, you can include the URL in your list of Favorites and be informed about
available firmware updates in a newsletter.
From firmware version 0.6.0.0, updates can be provided via MindSphere and installed
automatically. Activate this function after commissioning in "SIDRIVE IQ Fleet".
Requirements
• On your mobile device, allow access the "SIDRIVE IQ Config" application memory.
• The connectivity module must be located in the same WLAN network as is presently being
used by the mobile device.
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