RE: [cobalt-users] Upgrading Raq3 OS to 4/4i/4r?

[Gerald Waugh <gwaugh@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

On Tue, 16 Dec 2003, Paul Shuttleworth wrote:
> If you are going to install the new OS then go to
> http://www.cobaltfaqs.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=Downloads&file=index&r
> eq=viewdownload&cid=1
> Download the PKG file for the 2.3.38 rom version for RAQ3/4
> Say thank you to Bruce!
> Install the PKG file BEFORE you do your OS restore.
> Once the PKG file has finished you will see the rom pkg in the installed
> software.
> When you do the OS restore the new ROM version will be the one that will
> stick.
> The usual warnings apply that your RAQ could be turned into a brick by using
> these PKG files etc....

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The important thing is to make sure the server is on an uninterruptable
power source while performing the ROM upgrade. Also stay away from the
power cord and the power switch. Power loss during the reflash can fry the
ROM.

Gerald
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