Upgrading Firmware Via Tftp (Lan Port) - GE MDS SD Series Reference Manual

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Connecting the
Transceiver for
Firmware Upgrade
MDS 05-4846A01, Rev. C

Upgrading Firmware via TFTP (LAN port)

Firmware files are available free-of-charge online at:
www.gemds.com/Resources/TechnicalSupport
NOTE: Only firmware specifically designed for this model of radio
may be installed in the unit.
Prerequisites for TFTP Upgrade:
1. A valid firmware file (see web address above).
2. A PC with a TFTP server running. A Windows-based TFTP server
may be downloaded from the GE MDS Web site at:
www.gemds.com/Resources/TechnicalSupport
3. The IP address of the PC running the TFTP server. If you do not
know your computer's address on a Windows PC, use the
tion from the
menu and enter
Start
the address.
4. The IP address of the radio. The radio's IP address can be found
under the
IP Configuration
There are several alternatives to connecting the transceiver for firmware
upgrade. Figure 79 and Figure 80 show two variations. It is essential
that all equipment be on the same subnet.
LOCAL PC WITH FIRMWARE FILE
INITIATE UPLOAD
FROM HERE
Figure 79. Firmware Upgrade Setup—Option 1
(TFTP Server and Firmware File Reside on Same CPU)
SD Series Ref. Manual (Packet & Transparent Mode)
or
winipcfg
ipconfig
menu shown later in this procedure.
Invisible place holder
TO LAN
PORT
func-
RUN
to determine
TRANSCEIVER
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