Firmware Update

This section describes how to update the firmware of the first-generation Didactum IT monitoring systems.

The first generation includes (production period until the end of 2016):

•  Didactum Monitoring System 100 (not 100 II / 100 III)
• Didactum Monitoring Systems 500 / 500-DC  (not 500 II)

Detailed instructions on how to update the firmware of the new generation of Didactum monitoring devices (50 / 100II / 100III / 500 II) can be found here.

Please pay attention to the notes included with the firmware file!

Always create a backup of your configuration and save the measurement data stored in the data logger.

Note that an incorrectly performed firmware update can result in total loss of your data and configuration. Incorrectly performed firmware updates are not covered by the warranty.

In this case, the Didactum Monitoring System must be sent in and repaired by the Didactum Service at your expense!

All Didactum Monitoring Systems can be restored and updated via HTTP, FTP, or by connecting a USB stick (not included).

Restoration is carried out using a special recovery tool.

The update of your Didactum Monitoring System is indicated by the illuminated “ERROR” LED on the front of the device. When the update of your Didactum Monitoring Appliance has been successfully completed, the “ERROR” LED turns off and the “ACT” LED starts blinking at a higher frequency.

If the update was not completed successfully, the “ERROR” LED on the device remains permanently lit.

Under “System menu” you will find settings for uploading the new Didactum firmware updates.

After downloading the firmware, go to the Web GUI and select “System Menu” → “Firmware” → “Upload source” → “From local filesystem” → “Choose File”.

There, select the downloaded firmware and click “OK”. You will then see the message “Firmware upload”. The firmware update process is indicated by the “ERROR” LED on the front of your Didactum Monitoring System.