HID Fargo HDP8500 - Section 10: Firmware Updates; Upgrading the Main Firmware with the Workbench Printer Utility

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HDP8500 Industrial Card Printer/Encoder User Guide L001617 rev 1.1
Section 10: Firmware Updates
The purpose of this section is to provide the User with information on the internal software or
Firmware, which controls all aspects of the Printer's operation. New Firmware versions may be
released containing enhancements, such as improved reliability, added features or better print
quality. New Firmware updates can be downloaded from the Internet.
Refer to the FARGO Workbench Printer Utility User Guide to download and install Firmware
updates.
Firmware is located: www.HIDglobal.com
Upgrading the Main Firmware with the Workbench
Printer Utility
The Main Printer Firmware upgrades are done with the same procedure as the USB-connected
Printer.
The PC doing the upgrade must have a Driver installed for the Fargo Printer to be upgraded.
Step
Procedure
1
Run the Fargo Workbench Printer Utility by selecting from the start menu the following:
Start -> Programs -> Fargo -> Fargo Workbench Printer Utility -> Fargo
Workbench.
OR
Open the Diagnostic button from the Driver to access Workbench.
3
Select the Fargo Printer to upgrade.
4
Access the Upgrade Firmware window from the Actions menu.
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