11 .3 .1 upgrading firmware boot/main version – KROHNE Summit 8800 Vol 1 User Manual
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IMPORTANT: Prior to any upgrades, it is advisable to download the flow computer configuration
(hard copy print in addition) and to note all totaliser values.
11 .3 .1 Upgrading firmware boot/main version
With the firmware update, two files are presented – main and boot. These are the two files that
will be uploaded into the CPU of the flow computer to successfully upgrade it to the latest revi-
sion. I/O boards may also require updating depending on the functions added. The procedure of
CPU and I/O boards updates are identical and outlined below.
On the rear panel of the flow computer set the brown mode switch to the
off position “1”
Figure 142 Upgrade mode switch
Connect the flow computer to the PC device making sure you have in-
stalled the SUMMIT configuration installer with the USB driver.
Figure 143 USB cable port
Apply power to the flow computer by connecting the 24V input connector
Figure 144 Input power