Firmware Management - Avocent HMX Manager Installer/User Manual

Firmware Management

The firmware files for IQs and user stations can be added, viewed and deleted using the Unit
Firmware Files window. Once a firmware file(s) has been added, you may use the file(s) to
upgrade the managed unit.
To display the Unit Firmware Files window:
1. Click the System tab.
2. Click Unit Files in the top navigation bar. The Unit Firmware Files window will open.
To add a firmware file:
1. Click the System tab. The Unit Firmware Files window will open.
2. Click Add. The Add Firmware File Wizard will appear. Click Next.
3. The Select Firmware File to Import window will open.
4. Enter the directory and filename (or browse to the location) of the firmware file you want to
add to the HMX Manager Unit Files repository.
5. Type a description of the firmware file in the Description field.
6. Click Next. The firmware is added and the Completed Successful window appears.
7. Click Finish. The Unit Firmware Files window will open.
To display firmware information:
1. Click the System tab. The Unit Firmware Files window will open.
2. Click the version of a firmware file. The Firmware File Properties window will open. If you
wish, you may change the description of the firmware file in the Description field.
3. Click Save and then click Close. The Unit Firmware Files window will open and contain the
firmware information if you saved the changes.
To delete firmware:
1. Click the System tab. The Unit Firmware Files window will open.
2. Click to select the checkbox next to the firmware you want to delete.
3. Click Delete. A confirmation dialog box will appear.
4. Confirm or cancel the deletion.
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