CHAPTER 16: Upgrading Firmware
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16. Upgrading Firmware
When new, improved versions of the Outlet Managed PDU rmware become
available, the "Upgrade Firmware" function can be used to update the unit. Updates
can be uploaded via FTP or SFTP protocols.
Notes:
• The FTP/SFTP servers can only be started via the Text Interface.
• All other ports will remain active during the firmware upgrade
procedure.
• If the upgrade includes new parameters or features not included
in the previous firmware version, these new parameters will be
set to their default values.
• The upgrade procedure will require approximately 15 minutes.
1. Obtain the update le. Firmware modications can either be mailed to the
customer, or downloaded. Place the upgrade CDR in your disk drive or copy
the le to your hard drive.
2. Access Text Interface command mode via Serial Port, Telnet or SSH client
session, using a username/password and port that permit Administrator
level commands.