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'''NOTE: '''Some content below previously was published as '''Comet Electronics Document 480026: Updating Software'''.&nbsp;
= Overview =
<p>This procedure provides details for authorized personnel to use in updating the software on the RailNet APU-102. Regular updates are required to optimize functionality and resolve known issues.</p>
<p>Access the files in the Upgrade Files section below to update either your RailNet T-10 or LX-800 software. The T‑10 upgrade requires a three‑file update. The LX‑800 upgrade uses a single package file.</p>
<p>Based on your software, perform the appropriate upgrade procedure using the dedicated section below (T‑10 Upgrade Procedure or LX‑800 Upgrade Procedure).</p>
<p>If you have questions or experience an issue during the update process, contact [[Comet_Support|Comet Support]] for assistance.</p>

= Prerequisites =
'''IMPORTANT: &nbsp;'''Before updating software on the RailNet APU‑102 (T‑10 or LX‑800),&nbsp;''always''&nbsp;run the&nbsp;<code>ibackup</code>&nbsp;command to create a mirror of your current configuration. This backup prevents data loss and ensures that your system can be restored if the update process fails.&nbsp;This backup prevents data loss and ensures that your system can be restored if the update process fails.

To confirm that the backup was created successfully, in the change menu of Session 1, enter <code>\mirror.txt</code>. Verify that the creation date of the backup matches the system date of the APU-102. (If the backup date is older than the system date, repeat the process to create a current image.) Optionally, once you have created your backup, run a parameter dump.

:'''NOTE:''' Use the <code>irestore</code> command to restore the original parameters and software version from your backup, if needed.

*See [https://docdepot.railrsm.com/index.php/Restoring_T-10_Software_on_an_APU-102_Unit Restoring T-10 Software on an APU-102 Unit] for details about backing up and restoring T-10 software.

*See [https://docdepot.railrsm.com/index.php/APU102_Auto-Recovery_Quick_Start_Guide_(LX800) APU102 Auto‑Recovery Quick Start Guide (LX800)] for details about backing up LX-800 software.

= Upgrade Files =
Download the appropriate software file:
* [https://docdepot.railrsm.com/index.php/RailNET_T10_Version_5_software RailNET T‑10 Version 5 software]
* [https://docdepot.railrsm.com/index.php/RailNET_LX-800_Version_5_software RailNET LX‑800 Version 5 software]

= T-10 Upgrade Procedure =
Complete the steps below to update the T-10 software using a three-file update (plus supporting batch file):

::'''IMPORTANT: '''Do not attempt to update via serial port.
<ol>
  <li>Connect and login to the APU-102.</li>
  <li>Zrec the following files: <code>F.BAT</code>, <code>V53-4-37U</code>, <code>V53-4-37U-List</code>, <code>ZIP.PSP</code>.
    <div class="note">'''NOTE:''' File names are intended as examples and subject to change based on latest release.</div></li>
  <li>Reboot the system to finalize the update.
    <div class="note">'''NOTE: '''The update is self‑executing; no shell commands are required.</div></li>
  <li>Review your parameters after reboot, as they may need to be updated.</li>
  <li>To verify that the software update was successful, enter the following command: <code>version</code>.
    <div class="note">'''NOTE: '''This command may take a few moments to run.</div></li>
  <li>The system displays the version information, as in the example image below.
    <div class="note">'''NOTE:''' Version details may vary based on the software release.</div></li>
</ol>
::[[File:T-10_version_info.png]]

= LX-800 Upgrade Procedure =
Complete the steps below to update the LX-800 software using a single package file:

::'''IMPORTANT: '''Do not attempt to update via serial port.
<ol>
  <li>Connect and login to the APU-102.</li>
  <li>Zrec the file: <code>V5.2.0.17Full.zip</code>.
    <div class="note">'''NOTE:''' File names are intended as examples and subject to change based on latest release.</div></li>
  <li>Confirm that the received file is present.</li>
<li>Enter <code>dir ssunzip.exe</code>.</li>
<li>Enter <code>shell ssunzip V5.2.0.17FULL.zip</code>.</li>
<li>Perform a full system reboot.</li>
<li>Review your parameters after reboot, as they may need to be updated.</li>
</ol>