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Chapter 6: Configuration and Testing
6.5.4.1.1
Upgrading the Base Radio Test Application Software in BR-Arch-1 Architecture
(Optional)
Perform this procedure only on Base Radios in BR-Arch-1 architecture. This procedure does not apply
to BR-Arch-2.
When and where to use:
IMPORTANT: Never use this procedure to downgrade the Test Application software.
Procedure:
1 Place the BRC Test App software in the root directory of the TFTP server.
2 Connect an RJ45 cable to the serial port of the PC and the Base Radio Service port.
3 Connect a crossed Ethernet cable to the PC and the SC1 port on BR.
4 Reset BR and enter Boot1 mode. See Logging on to the BOOT1 mode on page 224.
NOTICE: Do not enter the testapp mode from here.
5 Type ferase 0x10100000 4M and press Enter.
6 When the prompt returns, type ifconfig eth0 address 10.0.253.<CAB><POS> and
press Enter.
7 When the prompt returns, type finstall testapp /tftp/10.0.253.100/
R064020ROM.srec and press Enter.
NOTICE: R064020ROM.srec in the command is an example. Indicate latest released
file when entering command.
BRC resets itself at the end.
8 Log on to the Test Application using the procedure Logging on to the Test Application on page
225.
9 Log on as a factory user in the testapp mode, type fv -oplatform and press Enter.
10 On the last line of the output, verify that the version is R064020 or whichever version was
upgraded to in step 7.
11 Reset the BR by typing reset -oplatform and press Enter.
12 Disconnect the service cable from the BR and reconnect the Ethernet cable to LAN 1.
13 Rerun Verifying the Base Radio Software Revision on page 243 to verify that the latest versions
have been installed correctly.
6.5.4.1.2
Upgrading the Base Radio Software in BR-Arch-2 Architecture (Optional)
Software updates for Base Radios in BR-Arch-2 architecture should be performed only for testing
purposes by authorized technical personnel.
NOTICE: This procedure has no impact on normal functioning of Base Radio. It is intended for
testing purposes only. Perform this procedure only on Base Radios in BR-Arch-2 architecture.
This procedure does not apply to BR-Arch-1.
Prerequisites:
• Ensure the Base Radio is not connected to the Site Controller.