Updating the adapter firmware – Rockwell Automation 20G PowerFlex 755 Drive Embedded EtherNet/IP Adapter User Manual
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Configuring the Adapter
Chapter 3
Updating the Adapter
Firmware
The adapter firmware is contained within the PowerFlex 755 drive firmware. The
adapter firmware can be updated over the network or serially through a direct
connection from a computer to the drive using a 1203-USB or 1203-SSS serial
converter.
When updating firmware over the network, you can use the Allen-Bradley
ControlFLASH software tool, the built-in update capability of DriveExplorer
Lite or Full software, or the built-in update capability DriveExecutive software.
When updating firmware through a direct serial connection from a computer to a
drive, you can use the same Allen-Bradley software tools described above, or you
can use HyperTerminal software set to the X-modem protocol.
To obtain a firmware update for this adapter, go to
. This website contains all firmware update files and
associated Release Notes that describe the following items:
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Firmware update enhancements and anomalies
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How to determine the existing firmware revision
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How to update the firmware using ControlFLASH, DriveExplorer,
DriveExecutive, or HyperTerminal software