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are not for everyday administration and you are advised not to change any log settings except on the advice
of Codian technical support.
Upgrading software versions
From time to time you may need to upgrade the version of software running on your Codian unit. The
current version that you are running is displayed in the
General Status page. Newer versions can be
downloaded from the Codian web site.
This can be done either through the web interface or by using FTP. In general FTP is more reliable than
using the Web interface for upgrades. Instructions for both methods are provided in the Release note for a
particular version but if you are using the web interface also see the online help topic “Upgrading the
firmware” (MCU and IP VCR) or “Upgrading the ISDN gateway”.
The configuration of a unit (for example user accounts) persists during an upgrade.
The progress of the upgrade can be monitored through the serial port.
Using additional options (features keys)
All Codian units require activation before most of the features can be used. New units are already activated
but if you want to activate an optional feature subsequently such as the Video Firewall on the MCU, you
will need to reactivate the unit with the appropriate feature key for that feature. (Feature keys are 25-
character alphanumeric codes specific to your unit that allow you to use certain advanced features of your
Codian unit.) The process for activating a unit or enabling an advanced feature is the same and uses the
Settings > Upgrade page. See the online help topic “Upgrading the firmware” (MCU and VCR) or
“Upgrading the ISDN gateway”.
You may need to contact Codian or your reseller to obtain an appropriate activation feature key.
Before upgrading make sure that the unit is not in use. Anyone using the unit at the time
of the upgrade may experience poor performance and loss of connectivity
If you are using FTP, make sure that the FTP service is enabled on the Settings >
Services page
The time required to download and upgrade depends on the speed of your network
connection. With a fast connection the total time to upload, upgrade and restart the unit
is approximately 6 minutes
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