Mx7 Os Upgrade; Introduction; Preparation; Procedure - Honeywell MX7 Reference Manual

MX7 OS Upgrade

Introduction

Depending on the size of the operating system, the total time required for a successful upgrade may require several minutes.
The OS upgrade files are unique to your MX7 physical configuration and date of manufacture. OS upgrade files designed for
one device configuration should not be used on a different device configuration.

Preparation

Please Contact your
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Use ActiveSync to back up MX7 user files and store them elsewhere before beginning an upgrade on the MX7.
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Maintain an uninterrupted AC/DC power source to the MX7 throughout this process.
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The SD / CF card with the OS and systems files must be present for the MX7 to boot. Removing or installing SD or CF
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cards should be performed on a clean, well-lit surface.
Always perform OS updates when the MX7 has a dependable external power source connected to the MX7 and/or a
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fully charged main battery.

Procedure

1. Verify a dependable power source is applied to the MX7 and will stay connected during the upgrade procedure.
2. Establish an ActiveSync connection between the MX7 and a desktop/laptop computer.
3. Download the OS files from the desktop/laptop to the MX7's System folder.
4. During the file copy process to the MX7 System folder, when asked "Overwrite ?", select Yes to All.
5. Review the files that were downloaded to the System folder.
6. Restart the MX7.
7. Disconnect from ActiveSync.
8. When the OS finishes loading, check the OS update version by selecting Start > Settings > Control Panel > About >
Software tab.
The touch screen may require calibration, however most Windows OS versions save the calibration data, eliminating the need
to calibrate.
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representative to get the OS upgrade files.