Restoring existing firmware

 

 

About this topic

In case the firmware files become damaged and the robot no longer operates, you can use a backup copy of the firmware to restore robot operation.

This topic explains how to use firmware backup files to restore robot operation.

Agilent Technologies recommends that only administrators and trained personnel use the procedures in this topic to restore the Direct Drive Robot firmware.

 

CAUTION Use the instructions in this topic only if you have determined the firmware files are damaged. If you are not sure, contact Automation Solutions Technical Support for assistance.

 

CAUTION Do not use this procedure to update firmware. The restoration procedure will install the backup firmware and erase existing robot settings.

 

CAUTION The procedure in this topic is for DDR robot firmware version 1.2.0 or later. For robot firmware version 1.1.x or earlier, contact Automation Solutions Technical Support.

Before you start

Make sure you have the correct files for the procedure:

•	DDRFirmwareBackup_<date>.zip. The backup copy of the existing robot firmware.

•	DDRGripperx.x.sw. The gripper firmware file that accompanies the robot firmware update file from Agilent Technologies.

•	<filename>.xml. The XML file that contains the robot settings, such as robot table dimensions, gripper settings, and so on. This file is created when you click Save ALL advanced settings to file in the Setup tab.

Installing the robot and gripper firmware

 

To restore or install the robot and gripper firmware:

1	In the Advanced tab, click one of the following:

•	Update robot firmware

•	Update gripper firmware

 

2	In the Open dialog box that appears, locate and select the desired firmware file:

•	DDRFirmwareBackup_<date>.zip (if you are restoring the robot firmware using a backup copy)

•	DDR_Gripperx.x.sw (if you are installing the gripper firmware)

IMPORTANT Robot firmware update only. If you select a file that does not have the DDRFirmware character string in the name, the procedure will fail.

3	Click Open. Follow the instructions on the screen to install the firmware.

4	To restore the robot settings, in the Settings tab, click Restore ALL advanced settings from file.

 

 

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