Checking The Protocol Firmware Version - Comtrol DeviceMaster MOD Series Hardware Installation And Configuration Manual

Preparing the DeviceMaster for Configuration

Checking the Protocol Firmware Version

38 - Preparing the DeviceMaster for Configuration
Use PortVision DX to check the firmware version before configuring the ports.
Depending on the model you purchased, the DeviceMaster may or may not have
the protocol firmware loaded.
Note: Models that have a protocol loaded on the DeviceMaster are identified in
PortVision DX and the DeviceMaster is labeled accordingly.
The following procedure shows how to use PortVision DX to check the firmware
version on the DeviceMaster and check for the latest files.
Note: If you have not done so, install PortVision DX
Page 32).
1. Start PortVision DX by double-clicking the PortVision DX desktop icon or click
Comtrol > PortVision DX.
2. Examine the List View pane to see if or/and what version of the firmware is
loaded on the DeviceMaster. If you see SocketServer or NS-Link as the
Software Version, you must load the appropriate firmware for your protocol.
3. Check the Comtrol FTP site to see if there is a later version available:
http://downloads.comtrol.com/html/DM_UP_main.htm.
4. If applicable, download the latest version and go to
Protocol-Specific Firmware on the DeviceMaster
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