Copyfile; Non-Ffs Partitions - Symbol PDT 8000 Series Product Reference Manual

PDT 8000 Series Product Reference Guide
Typically, you should not need to make modifications to registry values for drivers loaded
before Regmerge. However, sometimes during software development, you may need to
modify these values. Since these early loading drivers read these keys before Regmerge
gets a chance to change them, you must soft reset the terminal after a hard reset. The soft
reset does not re-initialize the registry, and the early loading driver reads the new registry
values.
Do not use Regmerge to modify built-in driver registry values, or merge the same Registry
value to two files in the same folder, as the results are undefined.

CopyFile

CopyFile copies files from one folder to another on a hard reset. Files can be copied from
a non-volatile partition (Application, Platform or Data) to the Windows or other volatile
partition during a hard reset. During a hard reset CopyFile looks for files with a .CPY
extension on the FFS partition. These files are text files containing the source and
destination for the desired files to be copied separated by ">".

Non-FFS Partitions

Non-FFS Partitions include additional software and data pre-loaded on your terminal that
can be upgraded. Unlike FFS Partitions, these partitions are not visible when the operating
system is running. They also contain system information. Non-FFS Partitions include the
following:
• Windows CE: the complete Windows CE operating system is stored on Flash
devices. If necessary, the entire OS image may be downloaded to the terminal
using files provided by Symbol. The current OS partition on the terminal is included
as part of the TCM installation package. Any upgrades must be obtained from
Symbol. This partition is mandatory for the terminal.
• Splash Screen: a bitmap smaller than 16 Kb, displayed as the terminal cold-boots.
You may download a customized screen to display (see
on page 12-1).
• IPL (Initial Program Loader): This program interfaces with the host computer and
allows you to download via cradle any or all of the partitions listed above, as well
as updated versions of IPL. Use caution downloading updated IPL versions;
incorrect downloading of an IPL causes permanent damage to your terminal. IPL
is mandatory for the terminal.
• Partition Table: Identifies where each partition is loaded in the terminal.
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Configuring the Terminal