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10.3. Firmware Management
10.3.1. View the Firmware Version
On the Support page, you can view the current applied firmware version.
Figure 45. Support page, Product information example
10.3.2. Firmware and Configuration Compatibility
Compatibility after firmware upgrade
Current configuration is still compatible after upgrading the firmware.
Compatibility after firmware downgrade
IMPORTANT
Compatibility after a firmware downgrade can not be guaranteed.
The current configuration may use features not available in the older firmware version.
10.3.3. Firmware File Validation
Before the firmware file is imported into the system, the firmware upgrade function perform a validation of the
file, to ensure that:
• the firmware is compatible with the Communicator hardware
• the firmware is suited for the product
• the officially HMS software signatures are valid
• that the firmware file is not corrupt or damaged
If the firmware file does not pass the validation, the firmware file is rejected and an error message appear.
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