Ethernet Ftp Upload Procedure; Getting Started: Prepare For The Firmware Download - Comtech EF Data CDM-625A Installation And Operation Manual

CDM-625A Advanced Satellite Modem
Updating Firmware
4.3

Ethernet FTP Upload Procedure

4.3.1

Getting Started: Prepare for the Firmware Download

1) First, identify the CDM-625A firmware (number/revision letter/version number) and the
assigned Ethernet Traffic/Management IP Address.
User-supplied items needed:
•
A Microsoft Windows-based PC, equipped with available serial and Ethernet ports; a
compatible Web browser (e.g., Internet Explorer); and a terminal emulator program
(e.g., Tera Term or HyperTerminal).
•
A 9-pin serial cable and a standard CAT5 Ethernet cable to connect the CDM-625A to the
User PC.
A. Use the 9-pin serial cable to connect the CDM-625A 'Remote Control' port to a
serial port on the User PC. Use an Ethernet hub, switch, or a direct CAT5 Ethernet
cable connection to connect a CDM-625A "10/100 Ethernet" port to the User PC.
B. On the PC: Open the terminal emulator program.
Configure the utility program serial port communication and terminal display
operation:
• 38400 bps (Baud Rate)
• Parity=NO
• Local Echo=ON
C. On the CDM-625A: Turn on/connect the power source:
Refer to your terminal emulator program HELP feature or user guide for
operating and configuration instructions.
• 8 Data Bits
• Port Flow Control=NONE
4–3
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• 1 Stop Bit
• Display New line Rx/Tx: CR