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--- faq:firmware [2021/03/19 18:44] – [Do i need to worry about other Modules?] juraschek
+++ faq:firmware [2021/03/22 08:15] (current) – fachet
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-====== Firmware Update in NetModule Wireless Router? ======
+====== Firmware update in the NetModule Wireless Router? ======
-The NetModule Wireless Routers have a lot of components installed. A few of them have their own firmware running.
+NetModule wireless routers have many components installed. Some of them run their own firmware. The NetModule Router **Software** (NRSW) is Linux-based and is the core system of the router, accessible through the WebManager. The cellular modems and other components run local programs that we call **firmware**.
-This overview page will give you the answers to the most questions
+On this overview page you will find the answers to most questions.
-===== Why do i see a warning about an outdated Firmware Version? =====
+===== Why do I see a warning about an outdated firmware version? =====
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-In some cases a firmware update is needed to maintain a steady function in the future.
+In some cases, a firmware update is required to ensure stable operation in the future.
+If a warning about the outdated version appears, it is recommended to update the module's firmware.
-If we are posting a warning on the outdated version we were informed about the vendor on a recommend update
-===== Do i need to worry about other Modules? =====
-If there is no warning showed there is no general need for an update.
-In the past firmware updates were needed for very specific Problems.
-Ussually only a few customers are affacted and informed individually
-===== How do i perform a Firmware update  =====
-A detailed manual can be found on the [[maintenance:modem-firmware-update|Firmware update]] Wiki Page.
-===== Which components can be updated =====
-Beside LTE and 3G Modems you can update the internal CAN modules.
-===== How risky is a firmware update process =====
-All of our modul update processes are fail safe and foolproof.
-A few safety levels are ensured to react correctly on different errors
-===== Do i need to update the router software before updating the firmware =====
+===== Do I need to worry about other modules? =====
-If your Software is older than one year a software update would be recommended any way.
+If no warning is displayed, there is no general need for an update.
+Please take a look at the [[documentation:firmware-releases|WWAN-Modems]] Releases to see the history of updates.
-But if the firmware update function is available in the web-manager you will be able to update the module firmware.
+===== How do I perform a firmware update? =====
-Starting with 4.5.0.100, 4.4.0.107 and 4.3.0.108 we increased the maximum filesize for the direct upload.
+Detailed instructions can be found on the [[maintenance:modem-firmware-update|firmware-update]] Wiki page.
+The update process is fail-safe.
-If you you are using an older software you will to have to use the download from URL function.
+===== Do I need to update the router software before updating the firmware? =====
+If your router software (NRSW) is older than one year, an update is generally recommended.
+Starting with 4.5.0.100, 4.4.0.107 and 4.3.0.108, we have increased the maximum file size for direct upload.
+If you are using older software, you will need to use the "Download from URL" feature.
+===== What is the difference between the VOICE1 and WWAN1 modules? =====
+It is the same module that we use for two functions. Therefore, only one update is required. Please select WWAN1 for the update.

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