Set Up The Download Environment - VeriFone Vx810 Reference Manual

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NOTE
Always modify the system mode password in a separate, securely-controlled
operation. Ensure that this password is retained in a secure place.
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Set Up the
The first step in performing a download to a V
Download
physical communication link between the sending and receiving systems required
Environment
to support the following download methods:
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All current passwords are retained on the receiving device during an
application or operating system download (direct and back-to-back). These
include the system mode password and file group passwords. If required, you
can replace existing file group passwords with new values as part of the data
transfer operation.
For back-to-back application downloads, clear the SRAM and flash ROM of
the receiving device before initiating the download. All application files stored
on the receiving device, including CONFIG.SYS settings, are replaced by
those of the sending device. System mode and file group passwords are
retained on the receiving device.
For full operating system downloads, Group 1 SRAM is cleared as part of the
operation and any application files stored in GID1 are erased. In this case,
previously downloaded and authenticated applications must be downloaded
on a subsequent operation, together with the certificates and signature files
required to authenticate them.
Direct serial cable connection for direct application and OS downloads:
The link is between the COM2 port of a download computer and the COM2
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port on the receiving V
A DB9-type serial connectors cable, VPN 08362-01-R, is available for
supporting direct downloads. This cable has a 10-pin RJ-45 modular plug on
one end for the external dongle or multi-port adapter.
Direct serial cable connection for back-to-back application downloads:
The link is between the RS-232 serial ports of the sending and receiving
devices.
A special cable is required for back-to-back downloads, VPN 05651-00. This
cable has two 10-pin RJ-45 modular plugs on each end to establish the
device-to-device connection.
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