MGC Release Notes - Version 7.5
Software Upgrade Procedure
Upgrade Checklist
Prior to upgrading to Version 7.5 it is recommended you perform the following steps:
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MCU Disk Space Verification
IP Terminal can be used to verify the disk space on the MCU. This verification is applicable
to older systems running with PSOS operating system only.
To verify the disk space on the MCU:
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Verify the amount of free disk space on the MCU, see "MCU Disk Space Verification"
below. This step is required for older MCUs with PSOS operating systems only.
Backup configuration and Reservations, see the MGC Administrator's Guide, Chapter
5.
Removing a redundant configuration file see "Removal of Redundant Configuration
Files" on page 17
The system saves the network cards' circuit ID assignment during the upgrade process.
However it is recommended that you document the network cards' circuit ID
assignments and order.
Version 7.5 requires the installation of a hardware key (dongle) on the MCU. For
details see "Dongle Upgrade Instructions" on page 12.
Install the new MCU version. For details see "MGC Unit Software Upgrade
Procedure" on page 16.
Install the new system.cfg file, see MGC Administrator's Guide, Chapter 5, Send File
section.
Install the new MGC Manager version. For details, see "Installing the MGC Manager
Software" on page 19.
Back up the configuration (Backup Configuration) and database files (Backup
Reservations) to create backups that are compatible to the new version.
Right-click the MCU icon, and then click IP Terminal.
The Donkey-COM window opens.
In the command line of the Donkey-COM window, type disk_stat and press Enter.