5 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.
5.1
Update Firmware in SATO WS4 Printer
Utility
This section describes how to update printer firmware in SATO WS4 Printer Utility.
5.1.1 Update via the USB or COM Port
1. Connect your printer and the computer with a USB or a serial cable.
2. Make sure the print module is closed.
3. Turn on your printer, and start SATO WS4 Printer Utility.
4. In the Input/Output Port list, click USB or COM, and do one of the following:
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If you are using the USB port, the Port Name and Port Information
automatically shows the USB information. You don’t need to do anything.
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If you are using the COM port, click Setting, and change the settings as you
want. For example, you can change Baud Rate to a higher value to speed up
the data transmission. Make sure the port settings are the same as those in
the COM tab in Parameter Setting, or your printer won’t work properly.
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