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About This Document

This document is designed to aid in the process of replacing old operating software with newoperating software in the ASA 312 or NAA 1 test set. Its intended audience is Digital Lightwave

employees and Digital Lightwave Customers.

Introduction

The ASA 312 or NAA 1 Network Information Computer (NIC) allows you to Upgrade its

operating software by transferring new files into the unit, replacing old files. This is accomplishedby setting up a connection between the ASA 312 or NAA 1 and a desktop or laptop computer.

Once the files are installed in the PC, they can then be transferred to the ASA 312 or NAA 1across a connection.

The operating files can be obtained in various ways. Some install procedures will vary depending

on the type of connection desired and the configuration of the ASA 312 or NAA 1 beingupgraded.

Important Notes

Before starting its important to be aware of several factors that can impact a successful upgrade:


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Equipment

Some of the equipment listed below is dependent on your units configuration.


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About the Files

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About the Files

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Note: If you select Save , after the download you must go to the directory you saved the filesto and open the Software Setup file in order to start the Software Setup Wizard.

7. Use the Software Setup Wizard to guide you through the setup by selecting Next to advancethrough the screens.

8. Select Finish to start the file download. A Last Minute Notes dialog window appears

instructing you to prepare the ASA unit for receiving the new software.

9. If the ASA unit is ready for receiving the new software, select Next. The Finished dialog boxappears.

10.Select Finish. The software download is complete. A shortcut icon is placed on the PC

desktop and the upgrade Main Screen appears.


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11.The upgrade Main Screen provides the setup and transfer of the software files from the PC to

the ASA 312/NAA 1. For instructions, see the section Upgrading the ASA 312/NAA 1. This

window can be closed and reopened later by using the icon.


This section provides instruction on making necessary hardware connections and selections on the

ASA 312/NAA 1 touch-screen prior to starting the file transfer process. Each connection methodhas its own unique steps.

Method for RS-232 Direct Upgrades

Connect a cable from your PCs Communication port (Com1 or Com2) to your ASA 312/NAA

1s RS-232 port.

Note: You MUST use a null modem adapter to cross the transmit and receive signals.

Note: Anull modem cable is required. See the pin-out table below. In addition, the ASA312/NAA 1 uses a 9-pin connector while your PC may use a 25-pin connector. (Other adapters

may be required.)


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Signal Pin 9-pin Crossover (Null) Pin Signal

RD 2 3 TD

TD 3 2 RD

DTR 4 6 DSR

GRND 5 5 GRND

DSR 6 4 DTR

RTS 7 8 CTS

CTS 8 7 RTS

Selecting a Baud Rate for RS-232-Direct Upgrades

1. Select the Settings button from the Function Group button bar. The Settings screen appears.

2. Select the I/O Port and Serial buttons from the Settings screen button bars.

3. Select the Baud Rate button from the Settings screen.

4. Select for following:

Baud Rate: 9600

Parity: None

Stop Bits: 1

Data Bits - 8


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Method for FTP Ethernet (LAN Link) Upgrades


2. Select the I/O Port and Ethernet buttons from the Settings screen button bars.

Note: For changes to take affect that are made on the Settings screen you must power the testset off and then on.

Note: You may need to consult with your LAN administrator to obtain the required

information. For direct connect to a PC (not actually connected to a network), an Ethernet

crossover cable must be used.


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In addition, the Subnet Mask address of the PC and the ASA 312/NAA 1 must be identical.However, the IP address of the PC must be similar but not identical to the IP address of the

ASA 312/NAA 1.

Selecting a Port

1. Select Function Group from the Test set.


3. Select the Utility and File Transfer buttons from the Settings screen button bars.

4. Select the File TransferPort button located at the top of the screen. The File Transfer Port

list appears.

5. Select the RS-232 Direct or FTP Ethernetbutton.

6. Select the Exit button to close the File Transfer Port window.


This section provides specific instructions for installing the software files and transferring themfrom the PC to the ASA 312/NAA 1.

Note: Version3.5.x and lower is not support by this upgrade method.

To transfer the software files to the ASA 312/NAA 1:

1. If the upgrade Main Screen is not open, select the icon on your PCs desktop to displaythe window.


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2. Prepare your ASA 312/NAA 1, if you have not already done so.

3. Select the Settings button on the Main Screen. The Settings Sc reen appears.

4. Match the upgrade program settings to the ASA 312/NAA 1 unit settings:


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5. The Main Screen appears with the settings displayed.

6. Select the Transfer button. The Transfer Screen appears.

7. While the file transfer is in progress, information displays in the Command Executing field.

Important: Do not disturb the device or PC while the transfer is in progress.

8. When the upgrade process is complete, power your ASA 312 off for 10 seconds.

9. Turn the unit back on and wait for it to complete the boot-up.

NAA 1 ONLY

The NAA 1 can be commanded to reboot via the Remote Access Manager.

1. Select the Settings button from the Function Group button bar. The Settings screen appears.2. Select the Misc and Reset buttons from the Settings screen button bars.


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3. Select the Reboot Without Reset button from the Reset Options.

4. Wait at least five (5) minutes before attempting to reconnect to the device.

5. Verify that the device is operating on the correct software version by selecting Settings |

Misc|About the ASA 312/NAA 1.

6. The upgrade is complete.

Help / Support

If technical help is required, please contact Digital Lightwave.

Technical Support Direct (877) 929-4357 (Toll Free)

Corporate (800) 548-9283 (Toll Free)

Corporate (727) 442-6677

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