Anybus® Communicator™ - EtherNet/IP™ to Modbus RTU/Serial

Update Firmware

Before You Begin

Important

To eliminate the risk of interference with plant operation, firmware update is only available when the Communicator is disconnected from the OT networks.

Ensure that the Communicator is disconnected from the OT networks.

Procedure
Figure 116. Files & firmware page
Files & firmware page


To update the firmware:

  1. On the Files & firmware page, click Upload.

  2. In the Upload Firmware window, click Select firmware (.hiff).

  3. In the Open dialog box, browse to and select the firmware file and click Open.

  4. To start the firmware upgrade, click Update firmware.

    The firmware file is validated and transferred.

Result

  • If the firmware file pass the validation: The firmware is upgraded and then the Communicator automatically reboots, for the upgrade to take effect.

  • If the firmware file is rejected: An error message appear.

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