Comtech EF Data ODM-840 User Manual
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ODM/R-840 Outdoor Remote Router
Revision 0
Updating Firmware
MN-ODM840
4–2
4.2
Getting Started: Preparing for the Firmware Download
1. First, identify the ODM/R‐840 assigned Management IP Address, and the firmware
number/ revision letter/version number.
User‐supplied items needed:
• A Microsoft Windows‐based PC, equipped with available serial and Ethernet ports; a
compatible Web browser (e.g., Internet Explorer); and a terminal emulator program
(e.g., Tera Term or HyperTerminal).
• A 19‐pin‐to‐9‐pin serial adapter cable to connect the PC to the ODM/R‐840.
• The available outdoor Ethernet cable to connect the PC to the ODM/R‐840 either
directly or with a user‐supplied hub or switch.
A. Use the serial adapter cable to connect the ODM/R‐840 ‘CONSOLE/REDUNDANCY’
port to a serial port on the user PC.
B. On the PC: Open the terminal emulator program.
Refer to your terminal emulator program HELP feature or user guide for
operating and configuration instructions.
Configure the utility program serial port communication and terminal display operation:
• 38400 bps (Baud Rate)
• 8 Data Bits
• 1 Stop Bit
• Parity = NO
• Port Flow Control = NONE
• Display New line Rx/Tx: CR
• Local Echo = ON
C. On the ODM/R‐840: Connect the power.
ODM‐840 Power Connection:
(Top) Standard AC or (bottom)
Optional DC Unit