0c1a_Update-Procedure(PLS_READ).txt Driver File Contents (FW2682W.zip)

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Version 0c1A:
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Factory Defaults now set to enable High Speed Mode of PCMCIA slot.
Fix bug in SNMP agent, where default values were being used in addition 
to saved SNMP settings whenever the unit powered up.

- 0c1A Files Released
- 1_090c1802_4_U2.img
- 2_bootb01.img
- 3_0A0c1A00_5_U2.img
- 4_0A0c1A00_5_U1.img
- 5_web_0c14_1004.img

In order to handle variable length code images, the memory map of ROM-AP 
was changed in versions xx0cxx(xx). In order to upgrade from versions older 
than 0cxx the unit needs to first have new boot code and FTP code which knows 
how to handle these variable size images, before actually downloading the 
new image.

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0c1A Firmware Update Procedure:
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1) If upgrading from xx0bxx version, follow steps 1 – 5 below.

2) If upgrading from xx0c14 or later, then just do step 3.

3) For this sequence of downloads it is highly recommended that 
   the hwaputil be run from a PC connected to the Ethernet side of 
   the AP/Bridge.

4) Typically the unit will restart after downloading and flashing any 
   new image. If the code running is version 0c01 or later this restart 
   is reliable. However if the code running is older (0bxx), the reset may 
   not happen properly and must be manually powered off and on.  This 
   scenario exhibits itself by not being able to find the AP with the 
   hwaputil after a download completes.

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Step 1:  Download Transition version
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This step installs a version of 0bxx software that can handle the variable size 
images of boot code and operational code.

a) Using the hwaputil utility that came with the AP/Bridge locate 
   the AP to be upgraded and select it in the list.

b) Click the Update Firmware button or select from the pull down 
   menu and download the image file:

	1_090c1802_4_U2.img

c) After the download completes, click the re-scan button to re-find the AP. 
   
Note: these older versions take several seconds to boot up.
	    
NOTE: The unit should now be using the "factory defaults" that came with 
      the 090c1802_4_U2 image file. If you cannot log in, try the default 
      password that is WLAN_BRIDGE.

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Step 2:  Download NEW Boot Code
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This step installs new boot code that only uses one sector of the flash chip 
in the AP instead of two sectors used by older boot code.  This boot code also 
will be able to handle the newer compressed .img files.

a) Re-select the AP in the list of the hwaputil. 

b) Click the Update Firmware button and download the image file:

	2_bootb01.img 

c) After the download completes, click the re-scan button to re-find the AP.

Note: You should notice a much faster boot up time with this new boot code.

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Step 3:  Download the NEW operational software image
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This will download the latest "secondary" software image into the AP. The 
AP will always load its "secondary" image into RAM at boot time if it 
is present in the AP's flash.  If not present, then it will load the 
primary image.

a) Re-select the AP in the list of the hwaputil. 

b) Click the Update Firmware button and download the image file:
	
	3_0A0c1A00_5_U2.img 

c) After the download completes, click the re-scan button to re-find the AP.

Note: This is the download where the running image may not reset properly 
      and the unit may need to a manual power cycle.
	    
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Step 4:  Download a new Primary image
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This step will replace the old primary image with a new one. Leaving an 
old primary in the unit is problematic if for any reason the AP ever 
boots from it, as it may erase some sectors of the new web image.

a) Re-select the AP in the list of the hwaputil. 

b) Click the Update Firmware button and download the image file:

	4_0A0c1A00_5_U1.img

c) After the download completes, click the re-scan button to refind the AP.

Note:  It will take a little longer time to program the primary image than the
       secondary image.

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Step 5:  Download the new web pages
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This step will download new web pages into the unit. It should be noted 
that the previous step would have overwritten the older web pages and so 
the web interface will not function until this next step is taken.

a) Re-select the AP in the list of the hwaputil. 

b) Click the Update Firmware button and download the image file:
	
	5_web_0c14_1004.img

c) After the download completes, click the re-scan button to refind the AP. 
   Double click on the AP to launch the web browser and you should see the 
   new Home page appear.
Download Driver Pack

How To Update Drivers Manually

After your driver has been downloaded, follow these simple steps to install it.

  • Expand the archive file (if the download file is in zip or rar format).

  • If the expanded file has an .exe extension, double click it and follow the installation instructions.

  • Otherwise, open Device Manager by right-clicking the Start menu and selecting Device Manager.

  • Find the device and model you want to update in the device list.

  • Double-click on it to open the Properties dialog box.

  • From the Properties dialog box, select the Driver tab.

  • Click the Update Driver button, then follow the instructions.

Very important: You must reboot your system to ensure that any driver updates have taken effect.

For more help, visit our Driver Support section for step-by-step videos on how to install drivers for every file type.

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