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Panel PC 800 User's Manual V1.30
2 Upgrade information
Warning!
The BIOS and firmware on B&R devices must be kept current. New versions can be downloaded from
the B&R website (
).
2.1 BIOS upgrade
An upgrade may be necessary in order to accomplish the following:
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Updating implemented functions or adding newly implemented functions or components to BIOS Setup
(information about changes can be found in the Readme file for the BIOS upgrade).
2.1.1 Important information
Information:
Customized BIOS settings are deleted when upgrading BIOS.
Before starting an upgrade, it helps to determine the various software versions.
2.1.1.1 Which BIOS version and firmware are already installed on the PPC800?
This information can be found on the following BIOS Setup screen:
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After switching on the PPC800, BIOS Setup can be accessed by pressing <Del>.
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From the BIOS main menu "Advanced", select "Baseboard/Panel features".
Advanced
Baseboard/Panel Features
Versions
Panel Control
BIOS: R118
MTCX PX32: V1.02
MTCX FPGA: V1.02
CMOS Profil: 0h
Device ID: 0000AC7h
Compatibility ID: 0000h
Serial Number: A3C70168427
User Serial ID: 00000000h
Product Name: 5PC820.1505-00
Baseboard Monitor
Legacy Devices
Select Screen
Select Item
Enter Go to Sub Screen
F1 General Help
F10 Save and Exit
ESC Exit
BIOS SETUP UTILITY
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System BIOS
MTCX PX32 Firmware
MTCX FPGA Firmware
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2.1.1.2 Which firmware is installed on the Automation Panel Link transmitter?
This information can be found on the following BIOS Setup screen:
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After switching on the PPC800, BIOS Setup can be accessed by pressing <Del>.
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From the BIOS main menu "Advanced", select "Baseboard/Panel features" and then "Panel control".