App Update
Over-the-Air (OTA) Update Method
Authorized Samtec Active Devices support over-the-air updates when granted Internet access. The following steps can be used to perform an update using Samtec Device Connect App:
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Expand the Device’s Summary View from within the device list window.
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Click on the Check for Update button.
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A prompt will appear if Internet access has not yet been granted.
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In the prompt, provide credentials of a Wi-Fi network with Internet access.
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Next, click the Check button.
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The device will perform the following steps:
- 6.1. Temporarily bring down AP and attempt to connect to Wi-Fi.
- 6.2. If able to connect to network and has Internet access, check if remote update is available.
- 6.3. If update is available, download new version.
- 6.4. Restart AP once download is complete.
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If an update is available and downloaded, a ‘Perform Update’ will appear.
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Click ‘Install update’ to restart device with new app version.
Note
The device may become unavailable during steps 6 and 8 for a few minutes. It’s recommended to connect the computer directly to the device as its WiFi AP will temporarily go down.