Multitech MT5634ZBA-V-V92 Benutzerhandbuch
Appendix B – Upgrading the Modem’s Firmware
Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. MT5634ZBA-Series User Guide (S000286G)
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Appendix B – Upgrading the
Modem’s Firmware
Modem’s Firmware
Your modem is controlled by semi-permanent software, called firmware, which is stored in flash memory. Firmware is
nonvolatile; that is, it remains stored in memory when the modem is turned off. However, it can be changed by either the
manufacturer or the user as bugs are fixed or new features are added.
Since the firmware in your modem is stored in flash memory, you can upgrade it yourself in a few minutes by using the
following procedures.
nonvolatile; that is, it remains stored in memory when the modem is turned off. However, it can be changed by either the
manufacturer or the user as bugs are fixed or new features are added.
Since the firmware in your modem is stored in flash memory, you can upgrade it yourself in a few minutes by using the
following procedures.
Upgrade Overview
The upgrade procedure consists of the following steps, which are described in greater detail in the following sections.
1.
Identify the model number and firmware version of your modem.
2.
Identify the current version of the firmware (you can view this on the Multi-Tech Web site). If your modem
already has the current firmware, there is no need to update it.
3.
Download the upgrade file and the appropriate Flash Wizard for your modem.
4.
Install the Flash Wizard and extract the firmware .HEX file from the file you downloaded.
5.
Document and clear your stored parameters.
6.
Upgrade the modem’s firmware using the .HEX file and the Flash Wizard.
7.
Restore your parameters.
Step 1: Identify the Modem Firmware
You must know the model number and firmware version of your Multi-Tech modem to know whether or not you should
update it.
update it.
1.
Run your favorite terminal program. If you are using Windows 95 or above, you can use Windows
HyperTerminal.
2.
In the program’s terminal window, type AT&F. Even if you cannot see the AT&F command on your
screen, be sure to type it completely, and then press E
NTER
. If the modem does not respond with OK,
repeat the AT&F command.
3.
Now type ATI, press E
NTER
, and record your results. The model number and firmware version should
appear similar to that shown below.
LT V.92 1.0 MT5634ZBA-V-V92 Serial Voice/Data/Fax Modem Version 1.25k
Step 2: Identify the Current Firmware Version
Identify the current version of the firmware at the Multi-Tech Web site. If your modem already has the current firmware,
there is no need to update it.
there is no need to update it.
1.
Using your favorite Web browser, go to http://www.multitech.com/SUPPORT/MultiModem
ZBA/firmware.asp.
ZBA/firmware.asp.
2.
Scroll down to your modem model number.
3.
Look at the firmware version number for your modem.
4.
If the firmware version number matches the firmware version number found in “Step 1: Identify the
Modem Firmware,” you have the current firmware version and do not need to be update.
Modem Firmware,” you have the current firmware version and do not need to be update.
5.
If the firmware version number is greater than the firmware version number found in “Step 1: Identify the
Modem Firmware,” your modem has an older firmware version. Continue with “Step 3: Download the
Upgrade File.”
Modem Firmware,” your modem has an older firmware version. Continue with “Step 3: Download the
Upgrade File.”
Warning: The first digit of the new firmware must match the first digit of the old firmware, or the modem may not
work properly; e.g., if your current firmware version is 4.16, replace it only with 4.xx firmware, not 6.xx firmware.
work properly; e.g., if your current firmware version is 4.16, replace it only with 4.xx firmware, not 6.xx firmware.