Firmware Update - ABB IRB 14000 Product Manual

2 Installation and commissioning

2.6.2 Firmware update

2.6.2 Firmware update
Overview
Two methods, FTP and TFTP, are available for updating the firmware of ABB smart
grippers.
SmartGripper firmware version
Earlier than Ver. 4.7
Ver. 4.7 or later
For details about how to check the current firmware version, see
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FTP method
General
When the SmartGripper firmware is upgraded to version 4.7, the FTP method is
automatically set as the default method and enables the self-upgrading of the
firmware. With this method, the smart gripper will be able to automatically look for
the firmware that is compatible with the SmartGripper add-in.
Prerequisites
Update procedure
After the SmartGripper is restarted, it will automatically look for the suitable firmware
in the controller and then update the firmware.
TFTP method
General
The SmartGripper firmware with a version earlier than 4.7 is limited to use the TFTP
method for firmware updating.
If the SmartGripper firmware is in a version of 4.7 or later and the FTP method is
used for firmware updating, you can manually switch to the TFTP method on the
FlexPendant application by choosing Advanced > Switch to TFTP in the Servo
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Note
During the SmartGripper firmware upgrade from an earlier version to version 4.7
or later, the power and Ethernet connections of the smart gripper must be stable;
otherwise, unexpected problems may occur and the upgrade will fail. If the
upgrade fails, the TFTP method will still be used for firmware upgrading.
• Firmware with version 4.7 or later has been installed or been upgraded from
an earlier version by the TFTP method.
• The default FTP account must be accessible.
• The corresponding version of the SmartGripper add-in must be installed on
the IRB 14000 correctly.
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