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| − | + | ===Why would I want to do this?=== | |
| − | The Modified or Custom Firmware package is regarded as very safe to install and use, However, users feel safer installing ‘non standard’ firmware with the knowledge that it is possible to get back to the ‘Out of the Box’ configuration, Maybe when sending the unit back to the Supplier for example | + | The Modified or Custom Firmware package is regarded as very safe to install and use, However, users feel safer installing ‘non standard’ firmware with the knowledge that it is possible to get back to the ‘Out of the Box’ configuration, Maybe when sending the unit back to the Supplier for example. |
| − | + | ===So how do I do it?=== | |
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There are Four options for removal that can be carried out they are :- | There are Four options for removal that can be carried out they are :- | ||
#Perform a Return to Manufacturer (Level 0 only) | #Perform a Return to Manufacturer (Level 0 only) | ||
| − | #Remove All Custom Functions | + | #Remove All Custom Functions and All Custom Packages (Levels 1 and 2 only) |
#Remove All Custom Functions (Level 2 only) | #Remove All Custom Functions (Level 2 only) | ||
#Remove All Custom Functions Prior to reloading Custom Software (Level 3 only) | #Remove All Custom Functions Prior to reloading Custom Software (Level 3 only) | ||
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| − | + | Custom Firmware version 2.13 onward has a built-in option called Return to Manufacturer (RMA) mode to allow for complete removal of custom firmware components from the internal hard disk. From the Web Interface Menu select >> Diagnostics >> [[Diagnostic_Utilities | '''Set-Return-to-manufacturer (RMA) Mode''']]. Once done (there are several confirmation steps), restart your box and it will show 'RMA' on the front panel. This confirms that all custom firmware components have been removed from the internal hard disk. Now install official firmware and the box will be back to a standard unmodified unit. | |
| − | + | ===Reset the Custom Firmware Environment=== | |
| − | + | Custom Firmware version 2.13 onward has a built-in option to allow for a complete reset of the custom firmware environment. From the Web Interface Menu select >> Diagnostics >> Remove all custom firmware packages and settings. Once done (there are several confirmation steps), restart your box and it will be back to a clean slate as if the custom firmware had just been installed. Use a web browser to connect to the IP address of the Humax and then follow the instructions to install the initial web interface and supporting packages. | |
| − | + | ===Reset the Custom Firmware Environment when the Web Interface is broken=== | |
| − | + | If the web interface is not working properly and you wish to reset the custom firmware environment, then it can be done via the telnet interface. Connect to the Humax using [[Telnet]] and you will be presented with a telnet menu. Select the '''Run a diagnostic''' option and then use '''remove_mod_yes_i_am_sure''' as the diagnostic name. NB: This requires Internet connectivity to work properly. | |
Revision as of 12:08, 3 February 2013
Contents
Why would I want to do this?
The Modified or Custom Firmware package is regarded as very safe to install and use, However, users feel safer installing ‘non standard’ firmware with the knowledge that it is possible to get back to the ‘Out of the Box’ configuration, Maybe when sending the unit back to the Supplier for example.
So how do I do it?
There are Four options for removal that can be carried out they are :-
- Perform a Return to Manufacturer (Level 0 only)
- Remove All Custom Functions and All Custom Packages (Levels 1 and 2 only)
- Remove All Custom Functions (Level 2 only)
- Remove All Custom Functions Prior to reloading Custom Software (Level 3 only)
With Level 2 the Unit will perform exactly as it would ‘Out of the Box’ with the current Software, All Modified / Custom feature will be unavailable, However the new packages that were installed and any programs in the Virtual Disk will still be present on the Internal Hard Drive, If this is all that is required, then carry out only LEVEL 2
Prepare for Return to Manufacturer (RMA)
Custom Firmware version 2.13 onward has a built-in option called Return to Manufacturer (RMA) mode to allow for complete removal of custom firmware components from the internal hard disk. From the Web Interface Menu select >> Diagnostics >> Set-Return-to-manufacturer (RMA) Mode. Once done (there are several confirmation steps), restart your box and it will show 'RMA' on the front panel. This confirms that all custom firmware components have been removed from the internal hard disk. Now install official firmware and the box will be back to a standard unmodified unit.
Reset the Custom Firmware Environment
Custom Firmware version 2.13 onward has a built-in option to allow for a complete reset of the custom firmware environment. From the Web Interface Menu select >> Diagnostics >> Remove all custom firmware packages and settings. Once done (there are several confirmation steps), restart your box and it will be back to a clean slate as if the custom firmware had just been installed. Use a web browser to connect to the IP address of the Humax and then follow the instructions to install the initial web interface and supporting packages.
Reset the Custom Firmware Environment when the Web Interface is broken
If the web interface is not working properly and you wish to reset the custom firmware environment, then it can be done via the telnet interface. Connect to the Humax using Telnet and you will be presented with a telnet menu. Select the Run a diagnostic option and then use remove_mod_yes_i_am_sure as the diagnostic name. NB: This requires Internet connectivity to work properly.
