Upgrading The Smart 16 Ip Firmware - Minicom Smart CAT5 Switch 16 IP Operating Manual

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Upgrading the Smart 16 IP firmware

With the Smart CAT5 Switch Update software program you can upgrade the
firmware for the:
·
OSD
·
Manager
·
RICCs
The Update software enables you to add new features and fix bugs in a quick and
efficient manner. Install the Update software on any computer, even one not part of
the Smart 16 IP system.
The Update software and the latest firmware for your system is located on our
website www.minicom.com
Upgrades page.
System requirements for the Update software
·
Pentium 166 or higher with 16 MB RAM and 10 MB free Hard Drive
space.
·
Free Serial port.
·
Windows 98, 2000, ME, XP or Windows NT 4.0 SP (service pack) 3 or
later, Windows 2003 Server.
Connecting the Smart 16 IP System
To update the firmware the Smart 16 IP system must be connected and switched
on.
Connecting the RS232 Serial cable
To run the software, connect the RS232 Serial cable to the computer containing
the software, and to the Smart 16 IP Switch. See the Installation Guide.
Installing the software
Download the Update software from
computer.
Starting and configuring the Update software
1. Start the Update software. The Smart CAT5 Switch Update window appears.
See Figure 56.
SMART CAT5 SWITCH 16 IP
in the Support section on the Smart CAT5 Switch
www.minicom.com
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and install it on your