Tftp Method - GE DS-SD4-1 Reference Manual

What You Will Need
Connecting the
Transceiver for
Firmware Upgrade
MDS 05-4670A01, Rev. E

TFTP Method

To install firmware by TFTP, you will need:
1. A valid firmware file (see web address above). This will be a file
with a extension.
.mpk
2. A PC equipped with Telnet, and a TFTP server running on the same
computer where the
server can be downloaded from the GE MDS Web site at:
www.gemds.com/Resources/TechnicalSupport
3. The IP address of the PC running the TFTP server. If you do not
know your computer's IP address, use the
menu and enter
Start
preter. At the prompt, enter
>
4. The IP address of the radio (the radio's IP address can be found by
entering the
ipconfig
the radio).
There are several alternatives to connecting the transceiver for firmware
upgrade. Figure 20 and Figure 21 show two common methods. It is
essential that all of the equipment be on the same subnet.
LOCAL PC WITH FIRMWARE FILE
INITIATE UPLOAD
FROM HERE
Figure 20. Firmware Upgrade Setup—Option 1
(TFTP Server and Firmware File Must Reside on Same Computer)
SD Series Reference Manual (x710 Mode)
file is located (a Windows-based TFTP
.mpk
).
to invoke the Windows Command Inter-
cmd
to determine the address.
ipconfig
command with a serial command line session at
Invisible place holder
T
function from the
RUN
TRANSCEIVER
TO LAN
PORT
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