Firmware Download; Download Procedure; Dos Command Mode; Wim (Web Image Monitor) Mode - Ricoh G186 Service Manual

Firmware Download

5.3 FIRMWARE DOWNLOAD

5.3.1 DOWNLOAD PROCEDURE

There are two ways to upgrade the machine firmware.
1. Command Prompt
2. WIM (Web Image Monitor)
Connect the machine to a PC with the USB "Command Prompt" or through the network for
"WIM" before you do the firmware upgrade procedure.
It is very rare to lose data and settings after the program has downloaded. However you
should print out the Configuration page list before you start the download procedure.

DOS Command Mode

Program (firmware) for this machine can be upgraded by connecting to a PC via a USB
cable. A Command to upgrade the program must be entered.
You must save the correct firmware file to the PC.
1. Print out the Configuration page for back up the data and setting. (Refer to Section
5.4.1)
2. Download the "usbprns.exe" file and firmware to the PC.
3. Connect the PC and the machine with a USB cable.
4. Turn on the main power of the machine.
5. Open the DOS command window.
6. Enter the directory where you have already downloaded the firmware.
7. Run the "usbprns.exe" and firmware.
In Command prompt, type "usbprns.exe XXX" and press enter key. XXX indicates
the firmware name.
8. Some messages ("Erase" or "Program") show on the LCD of the machine.
9. The machine automatically reboots after completing the firmware upgrading.
Do not turn off the machine during the firmware upgrading.

WIM (Web Image Monitor) mode

Program (firmware) for this machine can be upgraded by connecting to a PC through
Network. A Command to upgrade the program must be entered.
You must save the correct firmware file to the PC.
1. Print out the Configuration page for back up the data and setting. (Refer to Section
5.4.1)
2. Download the Firmware on the PC.
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