Updating the Firmware Using Manage Web

To use NovAtel Manage Web to update the receiver firmware, the receiver must be connected to the receiver using an Ethernet or Wi-Fi connection.

To update the firmware on the receiver:

  1. Obtain the new firmware file.

    See Downloading Firmware Files for information about obtaining the latest version of receiver firmware.

    Copy the firmware file to the device's local drive before uploading.

  2. Use a Wi-Fi capable device (such as a laptop, tablet or smart phone) to connect to the receiver’s Wi-Fi access point. The SSID and password for the receiver Wi-Fi are on a label on the receiver.

    Alternately, connect the receiver to a computer using an Ethernet connection.

  3. Open a web browser and enter 192.168.19.1 in the address (URL) bar of the browser.
    If using an Ethernet connection,
    enter the IP address assigned to the receiver.

    The Manage Web Home page appears.

  4. Click the Menu icon and select Update.

  5. Click the Select File button

  6. Navigate to the folder in which the new software to load is stored and select the software file.

  7. Click the Apply button.

After the new software is loaded, the receiver will restart.