Step 6 - Checking the E6651A Test Set Firmware Version

Introduction

The E6651A WiMAX Test Set must have a version of firmware installed that supports the N6430A series applications. Additionally, firmware updates may be essential to meet the requirements of new scripts released in the N6432A software updates.

Check the Firmware Version

To check the version of the firmware installed on your E6651A, proceed as follows:

  1. Ensure the Test Set has completed its start up sequence and the WiMAX Application has started.

  2. Check the version - it is displayed in the Firmware and Profile bar at the base of the display.

E6651A Firmware version 5.1.0.5 or later is required to support the N6430A Series software.

Download Firmware (if required)

Please ensure you check the N6430A Series release notes associated for information about E6651A Test Set firmware requirements and download the required firmware from the Technical Support Website: www.agilent.com/find/pctdownloads.

  1. Select the Other Software Updates link on the Agilent N6430A series WiMAX Protocol Conformance and Development Software Downloads web page to display the following page.

  1. Ensure you get the latest installation instructions by clicking the link "Click here to download software installation instructions".

  2. Find and the Download link in the table for the E6651A for the firmware associated with the latest releases of TTCN-3 environment and Test Adaptors.

  3. Update your E6651A firmware as described in the downloaded installation instructions.