Reference Guide
IMACS System Release 5.1.9
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CPU Card
Software Download Procedures
5.6.3.1
Upgrade from 5.0.0 to
5.1.9
Follow the steps listed below to perform an upgrade from host software.
1. Record the serial number of the new CPU(s).
2. Replace the current CPU(s) with new 5.1.9 CPU(s). The system will briefly display the
Test and Initialization screen and then appear blank. Press the
Enter
key and the Login
screen will appear.
3. Log into the system and verify that system information is correct.
4. Using the arrow keys, move the cursor to the CPU and press
Enter
.
5. Verify that the host software version is 5.1.9.
6. Logout of system and repeat procedure for each system at the site.
5.6.3.2
Upgrade from 5.0.1 or greater
Follow the steps listed below to perform an upgrade from host software.
Log into the system and follow procedures as detailed in Section 5.7 following.
5.7
Software Download Procedures
5.7.1
CPU Swap
The first and easiest way to accomplish a field upgrade is to order an upgraded CPU from the
manufacturer and swap the CPUs at the CPE site. Following are instructions for swapping the
CPU cards.
1. Loosen the screws from the top and bottom front panel on the existing CPU, and remove
the card from the chassis.
2. Unpack the upgraded CPU and slide into the same slot in which the previous CPU resided
(usually the C1 chassis slot).
Following the CPU swap, the system re-initializes. Upon completion of re-initialization,
verify that all circuits are active and operating.
5.7.2
XMODEM Protocol Binary Download
Follow the steps listed below to perform an XMODEM protocol bin download.
