Vanguard 3000 Multicarrier Cellular Data Modem & IP Router PN 134732-VG3000 Rev. D| Page 84
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FIRMWARE UPDATE
When newer versions of the modem firmware become available, the user can download the proper file from the
CalAmp web site and manually update the unit by uploading the new firmware. Time required for uploading new
firmware, depending on the unit, may range from four to fifteen minutes.
Firmware update files are typically given file names of the form
CAVNG-{version}.tar.gz
. This archive is
unpacked by the device and does not have to be unpacked by the user before importing.
Caution: It is important to have a stable power source and ensure that power to the Vanguard 3000 is not interrupted
during a firmware upgrade.
Figure 58: Admin — Firmware Update
Firmware Status
This tab displays the currently running version of Vanguard firmware and its subcomponents.
U-boot
Displays the boot-loader version currently loaded in the device.
Kernel
Displays the Operating System Kernel version of the currently loaded in the device.
OpenWRT
Displays the Operating System version currently loaded in the device.
Application
Displays the Application version currently loaded in the device.
Bootvol
Displays the bitmap describing the active OS, rootfs and Application partitions in the device.