Downloading Partitions To The Mobile Computer - Motorola MC17 Product Reference Manual

•
IPL: This program interfaces with the host computer and allows downloading via cradle or serial cable any or
all of the partitions listed above, as well as updated versions of IPL. Use caution downloading updated IPL
versions; incorrect downloading of an IPL causes permanent damage to the mobile computer. IPL is
mandatory for the mobile computer.
•
Partition Table: Identifies where each partition is loaded in the mobile computer.

Downloading Partitions to the Mobile Computer

TCM is used to specify a hex destination file for each partition and download each file to the mobile computer. This
download requires a program loader stored on the mobile computer. The mobile computer comes with a program
loading utility, Initial Program Loader (IPL), stored in the mobile computer's write-protected flash.
Application Deployment 9 - 25