User Manual Appendix F
GFK-1742F Jan 2020
Updating Firmware in the DSM314 459
F-1 Windows Update (for Windows
95/NT/98/2000)
Note: This section only applies to those using the Winloader update software with Windows 95, NT, 98
or 2000. If using the DOS operating system, see the section “DOS Update.”
1.
Insert a labeled floppy disk in drive A: or B. Ensure that the floppy is not write
protected. Run the self-extracting archive specifying drive A: or B: as the destination
when prompted with "Unzip to folder".
2.
Invoke the Winloader software package by double clicking on its icon located in
drive A: or B: (depending on the drive designation for the 3.5” floppy disk) in
Windows Explorer or simply execute it by going to the start menu and selecting RUN.
In the RUN window type A (or B): winloader.exe.
3.
Begin storing firmware by single clicking the “Update” button.
4.
Upon completion of the update a window will “pop up” indicating the status of the
update. If the update was successful, power cycle the Host Controller and indicate
that another device is NOT to be updated by left clicking on “No”. If not successful,
consult the on-line help for additional information.
F-2 DOS Update
Note: This section only applies to those running the DOS Loader update program from DOS. For those
using Windows software, refer to “Windows Update.”
1.
Insert a labeled floppy disk in drive A: or B: Ensure that the floppy is not write
protected. Run the self-extracting archive specifying drive A: or B: as the destination
when prompted with “Unzip to folder:”.
2.
At the C:\> prompt, type A: install (or B: install if your floppy drive is B:). The install
program will copy several files to the hard drive then invoke the PC Loader. Install
can also be run from the floppy drive directly if there is not enough space on the hard
drive. To run from the floppy, type install at the A:\> or B:\> prompt.
3.
From the main menu, press the F3 key to configure the correct serial port if the cable
is not connected to COM1. Press the TAB key to toggle through the options and
ENTER to accept the displayed choice.
4.
From the main menu, press the F1 key to attach to the DSM312 slave device.
5.
Once the slave device is attached, the boot mode menu will appear - press F1 to
enter BOOT MODE and press the ‘Y’ key to confirm the operation. The STAT and CFG
LED’s on the front of the module should now be flashing in unison.
6.
Once in boot mode, press the F1 key to download the new firmware.
7.
Press the Y key to confirm the operation. The download should take about 4
minutes. If the download fails, refer below to Restarting An Interrupted Firmware
Upgrade.
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