Installing The Software - Proxim ORiNOCO AP-8000 User Manual

Installation and Initialization

Installing the Software

Installing the Software
Proxim periodically releases updated software for the AP on its Web site, Check the Web site for the latest updates after
you have installed and initialized the unit.
1. In your web browser, go to http://support.proxim.com
2. If prompted, create an account to gain access.
NOTE: The Knowledge base is available to all website visitors. First -time users will be asked to create an account to
gain access.
3. Click Search Knowledgebase.
4. In the Search Knowledgebase field, enter 2814 for AP-8000.
5. Click Search.
6. Click on the appropriate link to access the download page.
7. Use the instructions in the following sections to install the new software.
Use the File Management to upload or download the latest AP software files (images, config etc) from host device to the
device or device to host device.
Update Device Using HTTP
Use the HTTP Download page to download config, image files to the device. In the HTTP Download page, perform the
following procedure to download the specific file:
Figure 2-9 Update Device using the HTTP Download Page
1. Select the File Type that needs to be updated from the drop-down box. Choices include:
– Image for the AP Image (executable program).
– Config for configuration, such as System Name, Contact Name and so on.
2. Use the Browse button or manually type in the name of the file to be downloaded (including the file extension in the
File Name field. If typing the file name, you must include the full path and the file extension in the file name text box.
3. To initiate the HTTP Update operation, click Update button.
NOTE: An HTTP file transfer using SSL may take extra time.
• If the operation is completed successfully the device would provide the information about the successful update.
Figure 2-10 Update Device Using HTTP- Success Message
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