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faq:firmware [2021/03/19 18:44]
juraschek [Why is there a warning about an outdated Firmware Version?]
faq:firmware [2021/03/22 08:15] (current)
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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.
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-===== Why do i see a warning about an outdated Firmware Version?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 +===== Why do I see a warning about an outdated firmware version?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 casesa 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- +If a warning ​about the outdated version ​appears, it is recommended ​to update the module'​s ​firmware.
-If we are posting ​a warning ​on the outdated version ​we were informed about the vendor on a recommend update +
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-===== Do i need to worry about other Modules? ===== +
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-If there is no warning showed there is no general need for an update.  +
-In the past Firmwareupdate were used for very specific Problems. Ussually only a few customers are affacted. +
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-===== How do i perform a Firmware update ​ ===== +
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-A detailed manual can be found on the [[maintenance:​modem-firmware-update|Firmware update]] Wiki Page. +
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-===== Which components can be updated ===== +
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-Beside LTE and 3G Modems you can update the internal CAN modules.  +
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-===== How risky is a firmware update process ===== +
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-All of our modul update processes are fail safe and foolproof.  +
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-A few safety levels are ensured to react correctly on different errors  +
  
-===== Do need to update the router software before updating the firmware ​=====+===== Do 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.