2 Update Firmware Update Firmware via the USB Host
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2 Update Firmware
Firmware is the code stored permanently in hardware. It instructs your printer to
do its tasks. Benefits of updating firmware include new features, enhanced
functionality and improved performance.
Caution: Do not open the print module, disconnect your printer from the
computer or cut your printer power during the firmware update.
2.1 Update Firmware via the USB Host
The USB host is a USB type A port for a USB flash drive, which can be used to
quickly update the firmware.
1. Take an USB flash drive and format file system to FAT32. Create a folder named
“Firmware” in your USB flash drive, and copy the firmware files to it. The file
“XXX-master.abin” needs to be in the folder.
Note The firmware file name must match to your printer.
2. Make sure the print module is closed, and turn off your printer.
3. Turn ON the printer power (or reboot the printer) after insert your USB flash
drive to the printer. The printer starts to transmit the firmware when LED is
green and blinking alternately.
4. When LEDs are all green, turn off the printer power, then remove USB flash
drive.
5. Update firmware success.
Caution: Do not remove the USB flash drive during the transmission.