Cypher/FirmWareUpdate/Alternate

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Recovery Firmware Update (using boot pins)

Note: Before trying recovery, close all apps and restart your PC and try the normal procedure on the Firmware Update Page again.

If you have lost communication with your board follow these steps to restore communication:

  • Power off, Disconnect FLEXF3 from USB Cable
  • Enable No reboot sequence.
  • Enable Full chip erase.
  • Enable Flash on Connect.
    Boot Pins
  • Jumper (short) the BOOT pins.
  • Press the Load Firmware [Local] (3) button at the bottom right.
  • Select the *.hex file from the location you stored it in prep.
  • Connect USB Cable to FLEXF3 (activity LED will NOT flash if done correctly). The Flash update should start automatically. Wait for it to complete.
  • Remove BOOT jumper. Remove USB cable.
  • Power on by USB cable (activity LED should flash).
  • Connect normally and Update Settings.


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