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Upgrading the AutoRAE Controller Firmware
The firmware for the AutoRAE controller may be upgraded. To upgrade
the AutoRAE controller firmware, you will need:
1. Automatic firmware upgrade utility software (provided on the
AutoRAE Resource CD).
2. Ethernet crossover cable (provided in the AutoRAE package) .
3. Firmware file (provided by RAE Systems online at
www.raesystems.com/Downloads).
Once you have collected these items, you may upgrade the AutoRAE
controller firmware by following these steps:
1. Connect the AutoRAE controller to your computer using the provided
Ethernet crossover cable. Insert one end of the cable into the
communication port on the side of the AutoRAE controller (shown
below). Insert the other end of the cable into the Ethernet port of
your computer.
Note:
All other Ethernet connections (wired and wireless) on your
computer must be disconnected or disabled to use the automatic
upgrade utility.
2. Remove any instruments that may be in the AutoRAE cradles.
3. Turn on the AutoRAE controller.
Power adapter
connection
Ethernet port
Ethernet
crossover
cable
Side of AutoRAE controller.
