USRobotics NETServer/8 - Manual (Page 239)

Software Download C-1
Appendix C
Software Download
Software download is a means by which the executable software
saved in the NETServer’s flash memory is reprogrammed. This
can be performed through a direct connection to a PC or
through the NETServer Manager windows software.
Note that the software download process does not erase your
configuration data. The NETServer’s Global and Network
Configuration won’t be affected, nor will your Location or User
Tables. Software download only effects that part of the Flash
ROM that contains NETServer’s operating code.
Why Perform an SDL (Software Download)?
There are two main reasons to perform a software download.
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A critical failure is detected in flash memory.
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Each time the NETServer is powered on, it performs various
self-diagnostic tests. One of these checks flash memory.
An updated version of the NETServer firmware is available.
SDL Using a Direct Connection to a PC
The NETServer’s firmware can be downloaded directly to the
NETServer by connecting a PC to the CONSOLE port on the
back of the unit and running the appropriate software provided
on disk. The same null modem cable that was used to initialize
the Command Line Software (See the Quick Start Guide) can
also be used for updating the flash memory.