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7.8 Upgrading the Flash PROM
Your MultiFRAD has a Flash PROM which contains firmware code for
the hardware. At various times, Multi-Tech may add enhancements and/
or fixes to the firmware. The Flash technology used in your MultiFRAD
allows these upgrades to be loaded directly into the PROM chip through
the serial port.
7.8.1 Using FlashPro to Upgrade MultiFRAD Firmware
1. Download FLASHPRO.ZIP and a new .HEX file from the Multi-Tech
BBS.
2. Unzip the FLASHPRO.ZIP file. Place this unzipped file and the .HEX
file in the same directory.
3. Run FlashPro by typing FLASHPRO and hitting ENTER at the DOS
prompt.
4. Highlight the "Configure" option in the MAIN MENU and hit ENTER.
Highlight "Active Port" and select the COM port to which you have
your MultiFRAD attached. Highlight "Baud Rate" and select the rate
at which you want to program. Hit ESC when finished.
5. Highlight the "Select File to Program" option in the MAIN MENU.
Highlight the .HEX file. Hit ESC when finished.
6. Highlight "Program Firmware" option in the MAIN MENU. When you
are prompted to confirm the file to program, press "Y".
7. If you have not successfully programmed FlashPro, return to step 3.
To call Multi-Tech's Technical Support or BBS, refer to section 7.4.