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- | An update from firmware version 11.XXX.XX.XX.XX is not supported/possible. Please contact router@support.netmodule.com | + | ====== Firmware update in the NetModule Wireless Router? ====== |
- | The version must be in mimimum 12.XXX.XX.XX.XX | + | |
- | Check your current firmware: | + | 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**. |
- | /Home/Status/System --> Modules MobileX | + | |
- | The firmware of a module can directly be updated in the following way, by selecting the corresponding file (<10MB), first downloaded from: | + | On this overview page you will find the answers to most questions. |
- | ftp://public:public@share.netmodule.com/firmware/ | + | |
- | {{:faq:firmware1.jpg|}} | + | ===== Why do I see a warning about an outdated firmware version? ===== |
- | If the file is bigger than 10MB the following message appears: | + | {{ :faq:screenshot_2021-03-19_19-42-16.png?nolink |}} |
- | Firmware Update: File is larger than 10 MB | + | |
- | The file must be loaded from a server selecting "Update operation:Download from URL e.g. | + | In some cases, a firmware update is required to ensure stable operation in the future. |
- | ftp://..//..//me909-12.636.12.01.00-full.tar.gz | + | If a warning about the outdated version appears, it is recommended to update the module's firmware. |
- | {{:faq:firmware2.jpg|}} | + | |
+ | ===== Do I need to worry about other modules? ===== | ||
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+ | 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. | ||
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+ | ===== How do I perform a firmware update? ===== | ||
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+ | Detailed instructions can be found on the [[maintenance:modem-firmware-update|firmware-update]] Wiki page. | ||
+ | The update process is fail-safe. | ||
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+ | ===== Do I need to update the router software before updating the firmware? ===== | ||
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+ | If your router software (NRSW) is older than one year, an update is generally recommended. | ||
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+ | 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. | ||
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+ | ===== What is the difference between the VOICE1 and WWAN1 modules? ===== | ||
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+ | It is the same module that we use for two functions. Therefore, only one update is required. Please select WWAN1 for the update. | ||
- | or from another server using: | ||
- | <code>http://, https://, ftp://, tftp://, file://</code> |