Non-Ffs Partitions - Motorola VC70N0 Product Reference Manual

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Application FFS partitions (Platform first and then Application). These files are text files containing the source and
destination for the desired files to be copied separated by ">". The following example from the file application.cpy is
contained on the demo application partition included. It can also be obtained from the Support Central web site at
http://supportcentral.motorola.com.
Files are copied to the Windows folder from the Flash File System using copy files (*.cpy) in the following order:
\Platform
\Application
Example:
\Application\ScanSamp2.exe>\Windows\ScanSamp2.exe
This line directs CopyFiles to copy the ScanSamp2.exe application from the \Application folder to the \Windows
folder.

Non-FFS Partitions

Non-FFS Partitions include additional software and data pre-loaded on the vehicle computer that can be upgraded.
Unlike FFS Partitions, these partitions are not visible when the operating system is running. They also contain
system information. Non-FFS partitions include the following:
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Windows CE: The complete Windows CE operating system is stored on Flash devices. If necessary, the
entire OS image may be downloaded to the vehicle computer using files provided by Symbol. The current OS
partition on the vehicle computer is included as part of the installation package. Any upgrades must be
obtained from Symbol. This partition is mandatory for the vehicle computer.
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Splash Screen: a bitmap smaller than 16 Kb (and limited to 8 bits per pixel) is displayed as the vehicle
computer cold boots. To download a customized screen to display, see
NOTE 8 bits per pixel only applies to splash screen images. Once Windows CE is running, the color density is 16
bits per pixel.
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IPL: This program interfaces with the host computer and allows downloading via serial cable any or all of the
partitions listed above, as well as updated versions of IPL. Use caution downloading updated IPL versions;
incorrect downloading of an IPL causes permanent damage to the vehicle computer. IPL is mandatory for the
vehicle computer.
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Partition Table: Identifies where each partition is loaded in the vehicle computer.
Flash Storage on page 9-4.