Axis F44 User Manual

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AXIS F44 Main UnitTroubleshootingTroubleshootingCheck the FirmwareFirmware is software that determines the functionality of network devices. One of your first actions when troubleshooting a problemshould be to check the current firmware version. The latest version may contain a correction that fixes your particular problem. Thecurrent firmware version in the Axis product is displayed in the page Setup > Basic Setup and in Setup > About.Upgrade the FirmwareImportant• Your dealer reserves the right to charge for any repair attributable to faulty upgrade by the user.• Preconfigured and customized settings are saved when the firmware is upgraded (providing the features are available in thenew firmware) although this is not guaranteed by Axis Communications AB.Note• After the upgrade process has completed, the product will restart automatically. If restarting the product manually after theupgrade, always wait 10 minutes even if you suspect the upgrade has failed.• When you upgrade the Axis product with the latest firmware from Axis website, the product receives the latest functionalityavailable. Always read the upgrade instructions and release notes available with each new release before upgradingthe firmware.To upgrade the product’s firmware:1. Save the firmware file to your computer. The latest version of the firmware is available free of charge from Axis websiteat www.axis.com/techsup2. Go to Setup > System Options > Maintenance in the product’s webpages.3. Under Upgrade Server, click Browse and locate the file on your computer. Click Upgrade.4. Wait approximately 10 minutes while the product is being upgraded and restarted. Then access the product.AXIS Camera Management can be used for multiple upgrades. See www.axis.com for more information.Symptoms, Possible Causes and Remedial ActionsProblems setting the IP addressWhen using ARP/Ping Try the installation again. The IP address must be set within two minutes after power has beenapplied to the product. Ensure the Ping length is set to 408. For instructions, see Assign IP AddressUsing ARP/Ping on page 46.The product is located on adifferent subnetIf the IP address intended for the product and the IP address of the computer used to access theproduct are located on different subnets, you will not be able to set the IP address. Contact yournetwork administrator to obtain an IP address.55