Ethernet Ftp Upload Procedure; Getting Started: Prepare For The Firmware Download - Comtech EF Data CDM-570A Installation And Operation Manual

CDM-570A/570AL Satellite Modem with Optional Packet Processor
Updating Firmware
4.2

Ethernet FTP Upload Procedure

4.2.1

Getting Started: Prepare for the Firmware Download

Do these steps:
1. First, identify the CDM-570A/570AL firmware (number/revision letter/version number) and
the assigned Ethernet Traffic 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, HyperTerminal, or PutTY).
• A 9-pin serial cable and a standard CAT5 Ethernet cable to connect the CDM-570A/
570AL to the User PC.
a) Use the 9-pin serial cable to connect the
CDM-570A/570AL '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 the User PC to the CDM-
570A/570AL '10/100 Ethernet | M&C 100'
port (for units without the optional Packet
Processor) or the '10/100 Ethernet |
Traffic 100' port (for units equipped with
the optional Packet Processor).
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-570A/570AL – 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
• 1 Stop Bit
• Display New line Rx/Tx: CR
(LEFT) Standard CDM-570A/570AL AC Unit
(RIGHT) Optional CDM-570A/570AL -48V DC Unit
MN-CDM570A
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