Microsemi SyncServer S200 User Manual page 108

Tasks
The Check for software upgrades setting is enabled on the SYSTEM - General page (fact-
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ory default = enabled).
The LAN1 port is configured correctly and has a DNS server on the NETWORK - Ethernet
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page (typically configured during installation).
The LAN1 port can reach Microsemi.com on the Internet using port 80. Most proxy serv-
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ers and firewall devices allow this type of traffic, but some may be configured to block it.
Consult your network administrator for more information.
The System Upgrade Alarm and its notification settings are enabled on the ADMIN -
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Alarms page (factory defaults = enabled).
The user is reachable by one or more of the Alarm notification methods: email, Alarm
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LED, SNMP (typically configured during installation).
See also:
WIZARDS - Backup (on page 70)
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SYSTEM - Upgrade (on page 53)
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ADMIN - Alarms (on page 57)
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Checking if an Upgrade is Available
Check the System Upgrade Alarm on the ADMIN - Alarms page to see if a software
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upgrade is available.
Or, manually check for an upgrade by comparing the Release Version on the STATUS -
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General page with the Version at:
http://update.symmetricom.com/upgrade.txt
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Downloading the Upgrade
1. Unless instructed to use another URL, download the software from Microsemi's online
portal at www.microsemi.com.
2. Save the software to your workstation or to the USB flash drive.
3. (Optional) Back up the SyncServer configuration to your workstation or USB flash drive.
Also see Creating a Backup File (on page 118).
Upgrading the Software
The user can upgrade the software using any one of the three methods given below.
Note: Please wait approximately 5 - 10 minutes while the SyncServer upgrades, shuts
down, and reboots. Avoid disconnecting or switching the power off during the upgrade pro-
cess.
Method 1: Using the 4) USB function on the keypad/display interface:
1. Insert the USB flash drive in either USB port on the front panel.
2. Press the MENU button.
3. Select 4) USB.
4. Select 3) Upgrade Software.
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