Firmware Upgrade; Upgrading With The Ust; Upgrading Via The Internet - Canon imageCLASS X MF1643i II Service Manual

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H. Firmware Upgrade
The imageCLASS X MF1643 II Series supports multiple methods to upgrade
the firmware.
1. UST (User Support Tool)
2. Via the Internet
3. CDS (Content Delivery System)
4. Via USB Memory Media
Firmware must be downloaded via a USB cable or a network cable to a
computer. The main firmware is stored in the Flash ROM on the Main
Controller PCB, and supports the function to upgrade the firmware.

1. Upgrading with the UST

Firmware is available for download on the Canon USA public Web site
(http://www.usa.canon.com/support). When servicing the machine, make
sure to go to the Canon USA public Web site, and download the most
recent firmware.
Note:
• A computer and the most recent UST (User Support Tool) file are
required to install upgraded firmware.
• Only the Main Controller PCB can be upgraded using the UST.
• The UST and firmware are included in the firmware package download
from the Canon USA public Web site.

2. Upgrading via the Internet

The imageCLASS X MF1643 II Series firmware can be upgraded without
the use of an external PC.
IMPORTANT
• To upgrade the firmware via Internet, the Serial Number of the machine
must be written on the Main Controller PCB, and the BODY number must
be registered in the Service Mode.
• The machine must also be connected to a network with Internet access.
After the machine's firmware is updated, the machine restarts and installs
the update. For more information on updating firmware without a PC, see
the imageCLASS X MF1643 II Service Manuals.
imageCLASS X MF1643 II Series Service Guide
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imageCLASS X MF1643 II Series Service Guide
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