FLOware software patches introduce new features and resolve errors. Minor software patches can be installed by end users.
Before you begin, perform a Full System Backup.
Installing an Update File
To install an update file:
- From the main menu bar, click .
- Change to a user name with access to the Install Software Updates access right.
- From the main menu bar, click .
- A prompt displays in the GPD - Install window.
GPD Dispenser Install
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Do you really want to Install software (Y/n)? y - Answer Y and press ENTER.
- A prompt displays in the GPD - Install window.
Install from USB device?(Y/n) y
If the prompt displayed in the GPD - Install window is
Do you want to Install software from the CDROM (y/N)?
, do not attempt to continue. This message indicates the USB system is unavailable. PressCTRL
andC
to halt the restore utility. Resolving this issue is beyond the scope of this article. Contact customer service for more information. - Answer Y and press ENTER.
- A prompt displays in the GPD - Install window.
Mount the USB device. Press ENTER when ready, A to abort.
- Insert the USB drive with the update file into any available USB port of the process control computer in your dispenser and press ENTER.
- A prompt displays in the GPD - Install window.
Current Files are:
example_file_1.f example_file_2.f
Select a file name:If the prompt displayed in the GPD - Install window is
(No existing backups: Aborting)
, do not attempt to continue. This message indicates no updates files are found on the USB drive. PressCTRL
andC
to halt the restore utility. Resolving this issue is beyond the scope of this article. Contact customer service for more information. - Enter a file name exactly as it appears in the list and press ENTER.
- A prompt displays in the GPD - Install window.
Installing From USB Device /dos/c/example_file_1.f
Do you want to continue?(Y/n) y - Answer Y and press ENTER.
- Messages displays in the GPD - Install window.
Backing up data base:
dispenser specific messages ommited
Please Wait . . .
Running Setup Script...
patch specific messages ommited
Operation Complete
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Remove the USB device - Remove the USB device from the USB port when directed.
- Most updates require the dispenser to reboot for changes to take effect. A prompt displays in the GPD - Install window.
REBOOT REQUIRED
Press ENTER to reboot - Press ENTER and the dispenser reboots.