Re: Firmware upgrade
On 11/07/2007, at 1:26 PM, Severin Crisp wrote: Is there are firmware upgrade to bring an Airport 802.11g card up to 802.11n or is there a hardware implication as well? Severin Crisp Hi Severin, It is a hardware difference. The Macs that can be upgraded by the enabler program already have 802.11n hardware. Apple disabled the n-speed features (for reasons only Apple knows). This program updates the card's firmware, to re-enable the features. If your Mac doesn't have one of these cards, then you'll require new hardware to use 802.11n. It is unlikely you'll be able to get an upgrade card to replace Apple's AirPort card, but you should (eventually, if not now) be able to buy a third-party device that can attach to a PCI, PCIe, USB, FireWire, or Ethernet port to provide this capability. On searching MacInTouch: What makes 'n' different from a, b g. Short explanation...three things: - multiple radios antennae ~ 802.11n uses MIMO (multiple-in, multiple-out) antenna arrays that allow for 'steered' beams and the ability to focuse more energy at a specific location. In some cases, Apple is currently shipping units that can be configured with as many as three antennae - more spectrum, taking advantage of not only 2.4GHz, but also, 5GHz bands - improved packaging data efficiency via less overhead than previous methods could be designed for at the time. Cheers, Ronni -- The WA Macintosh User Group Mailing List -- Archives - http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/archives.shtml Guidelines - http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/guidelines.shtml Unsubscribe - mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: Firmware upgrade
Anyone know how I can tell for sure whether my MacBook Pro is running at 802.11n speed? I do have the latest Airport Extreme and MacBook Pro, so I assume so, but wouldn't mind knowing for sure. Same question for my Apple TV. Also, how can I tell whether Apple definitely installed the faster (7,200rpm) hard drive in my MacBook Pro? I checked System Profiler, but it doesn't seem to mention 7,200 rpm anywhere. Cheers, Steven On 11/7/07 4:29 PM, Ronda Brown [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On 11/07/2007, at 1:26 PM, Severin Crisp wrote: Is there are firmware upgrade to bring an Airport 802.11g card up to 802.11n or is there a hardware implication as well? Severin Crisp Hi Severin, It is a hardware difference. The Macs that can be upgraded by the enabler program already have 802.11n hardware. Apple disabled the n-speed features (for reasons only Apple knows). This program updates the card's firmware, to re-enable the features. If your Mac doesn't have one of these cards, then you'll require new hardware to use 802.11n. It is unlikely you'll be able to get an upgrade card to replace Apple's AirPort card, but you should (eventually, if not now) be able to buy a third-party device that can attach to a PCI, PCIe, USB, FireWire, or Ethernet port to provide this capability. On searching MacInTouch: What makes 'n' different from a, b g. Short explanation...three things: - multiple radios antennae ~ 802.11n uses MIMO (multiple-in, multiple-out) antenna arrays that allow for 'steered' beams and the ability to focuse more energy at a specific location. In some cases, Apple is currently shipping units that can be configured with as many as three antennae - more spectrum, taking advantage of not only 2.4GHz, but also, 5GHz bands - improved packaging data efficiency via less overhead than previous methods could be designed for at the time. Cheers, Ronni -- The WA Macintosh User Group Mailing List -- Archives - http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/archives.shtml Guidelines - http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/guidelines.shtml Unsubscribe - mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: Firmware upgrade
Network Utility - Info - Network Interface (en1) Model Wireless Network Adapter (802.11 a/b/g/n) Cheers, Ronni On 11/07/2007, at 3:21 PM, Steven wrote: Anyone know how I can tell for sure whether my MacBook Pro is running at 802.11n speed? I do have the latest Airport Extreme and MacBook Pro, so I assume so, but wouldn't mind knowing for sure. Same question for my Apple TV. Also, how can I tell whether Apple definitely installed the faster (7,200rpm) hard drive in my MacBook Pro? I checked System Profiler, but it doesn't seem to mention 7,200 rpm anywhere. Cheers, Steven On 11/7/07 4:29 PM, Ronda Brown [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On 11/07/2007, at 1:26 PM, Severin Crisp wrote: Is there are firmware upgrade to bring an Airport 802.11g card up to 802.11n or is there a hardware implication as well? Severin Crisp Hi Severin, It is a hardware difference. The Macs that can be upgraded by the enabler program already have 802.11n hardware. Apple disabled the n-speed features (for reasons only Apple knows). This program updates the card's firmware, to re-enable the features. If your Mac doesn't have one of these cards, then you'll require new hardware to use 802.11n. It is unlikely you'll be able to get an upgrade card to replace Apple's AirPort card, but you should (eventually, if not now) be able to buy a third-party device that can attach to a PCI, PCIe, USB, FireWire, or Ethernet port to provide this capability. On searching MacInTouch: What makes 'n' different from a, b g. Short explanation...three things: - multiple radios antennae ~ 802.11n uses MIMO (multiple-in, multiple-out) antenna arrays that allow for 'steered' beams and the ability to focuse more energy at a specific location. In some cases, Apple is currently shipping units that can be configured with as many as three antennae - more spectrum, taking advantage of not only 2.4GHz, but also, 5GHz bands - improved packaging data efficiency via less overhead than previous methods could be designed for at the time. Cheers, Ronni -- The WA Macintosh User Group Mailing List -- Archives - http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/archives.shtml Guidelines - http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/guidelines.shtml Unsubscribe - mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] -- The WA Macintosh User Group Mailing List -- Archives - http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/archives.shtml Guidelines - http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/guidelines.shtml Unsubscribe - mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: Firmware upgrade
I knew I had this article somewhere on my MacBook Pro ... my filing system needs to be improved ... It is an interesting Article on the 'Evolution of the Apple Airport Base Stations' http://www.vonwentzel.net/ABS/Evolution/index.html I'm also thinking 'Am I game enough to try this' to upgrade my MacMini add a second antenna to bring it up to Airport Extreme (n) speeds?? http://www.nakedbaby.com/miniupgrade/Airport%20Upgrade/Blog/ F2C8C438-04FC-4697-A2DA-C76EC3069C28.html Cheers, Ronni On 11/07/2007, at 2:29 PM, Ronda Brown wrote: On 11/07/2007, at 1:26 PM, Severin Crisp wrote: Is there are firmware upgrade to bring an Airport 802.11g card up to 802.11n or is there a hardware implication as well? Severin Crisp Hi Severin, It is a hardware difference. The Macs that can be upgraded by the enabler program already have 802.11n hardware. Apple disabled the n-speed features (for reasons only Apple knows). This program updates the card's firmware, to re-enable the features. If your Mac doesn't have one of these cards, then you'll require new hardware to use 802.11n. It is unlikely you'll be able to get an upgrade card to replace Apple's AirPort card, but you should (eventually, if not now) be able to buy a third-party device that can attach to a PCI, PCIe, USB, FireWire, or Ethernet port to provide this capability. On searching MacInTouch: What makes 'n' different from a, b g. Short explanation...three things: - multiple radios antennae ~ 802.11n uses MIMO (multiple-in, multiple-out) antenna arrays that allow for 'steered' beams and the ability to focuse more energy at a specific location. In some cases, Apple is currently shipping units that can be configured with as many as three antennae - more spectrum, taking advantage of not only 2.4GHz, but also, 5GHz bands - improved packaging data efficiency via less overhead than previous methods could be designed for at the time. Cheers, Ronni -- The WA Macintosh User Group Mailing List -- Archives - http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/archives.shtml Guidelines - http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/guidelines.shtml Unsubscribe - mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: Firmware upgrade
On 11/07/2007, at 3:21 PM, Steven wrote: Anyone know how I can tell for sure whether my MacBook Pro is running at 802.11n speed? I do have the latest Airport Extreme and MacBook Pro, so I assume so, but wouldn't mind knowing for sure. Same question for my Apple TV. Apple system profiler probably shows whether it is a 802.11n but what speed is actually running at might be affected by other factors like Signal to noise ratio and aerial signal strength . Also, how can I tell whether Apple definitely installed the faster (7,200rpm) hard drive in my MacBook Pro? I checked System Profiler, but it doesn't seem to mention 7,200 rpm anywhere. No it will not say that but you should find your drive model number by looking at the devices shown on the ATA or SATA bus , depending on which you have . You can then go to the makers website Support section and search for the spec of that drive number and you will get it's speed there Bob Cheers, Steven On 11/7/07 4:29 PM, Ronda Brown [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On 11/07/2007, at 1:26 PM, Severin Crisp wrote: Is there are firmware upgrade to bring an Airport 802.11g card up to 802.11n or is there a hardware implication as well? Severin Crisp Hi Severin, It is a hardware difference. The Macs that can be upgraded by the enabler program already have 802.11n hardware. Apple disabled the n-speed features (for reasons only Apple knows). This program updates the card's firmware, to re-enable the features. If your Mac doesn't have one of these cards, then you'll require new hardware to use 802.11n. It is unlikely you'll be able to get an upgrade card to replace Apple's AirPort card, but you should (eventually, if not now) be able to buy a third-party device that can attach to a PCI, PCIe, USB, FireWire, or Ethernet port to provide this capability. On searching MacInTouch: What makes 'n' different from a, b g. Short explanation...three things: - multiple radios antennae ~ 802.11n uses MIMO (multiple-in, multiple-out) antenna arrays that allow for 'steered' beams and the ability to focuse more energy at a specific location. In some cases, Apple is currently shipping units that can be configured with as many as three antennae - more spectrum, taking advantage of not only 2.4GHz, but also, 5GHz bands - improved packaging data efficiency via less overhead than previous methods could be designed for at the time. Cheers, Ronni -- The WA Macintosh User Group Mailing List -- Archives - http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/archives.shtml Guidelines - http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/guidelines.shtml Unsubscribe - mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] -- The WA Macintosh User Group Mailing List -- Archives - http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/archives.shtml Guidelines - http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/guidelines.shtml Unsubscribe - mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: Firmware upgrade
Hey Use a program like iStumbler which should give you connection speed and signal which is a good indication! In regards to your hardrive if you use System Profiler and choose SATA you can find the model of the hardrive which if you search will confirm the speed, you'd know if you had a 7200RPM hardrive after using a 5400rpm.. ;) Thanks, David Moyle -- Bertram, Western Australia E-Mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Leviathan - The Blue Beast -Original Message- From: WAMUG Mailing List [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Robert Howells Sent: Wednesday, 11 July 2007 3:32 PM To: WAMUG Mailing List Subject: Re: Firmware upgrade On 11/07/2007, at 3:21 PM, Steven wrote: Anyone know how I can tell for sure whether my MacBook Pro is running at 802.11n speed? I do have the latest Airport Extreme and MacBook Pro, so I assume so, but wouldn't mind knowing for sure. Same question for my Apple TV. Apple system profiler probably shows whether it is a 802.11n but what speed is actually running at might be affected by other factors like Signal to noise ratio and aerial signal strength . Also, how can I tell whether Apple definitely installed the faster (7,200rpm) hard drive in my MacBook Pro? I checked System Profiler, but it doesn't seem to mention 7,200 rpm anywhere. No it will not say that but you should find your drive model number by looking at the devices shown on the ATA or SATA bus , depending on which you have . You can then go to the makers website Support section and search for the spec of that drive number and you will get it's speed there Bob Cheers, Steven On 11/7/07 4:29 PM, Ronda Brown [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On 11/07/2007, at 1:26 PM, Severin Crisp wrote: Is there are firmware upgrade to bring an Airport 802.11g card up to 802.11n or is there a hardware implication as well? Severin Crisp Hi Severin, It is a hardware difference. The Macs that can be upgraded by the enabler program already have 802.11n hardware. Apple disabled the n-speed features (for reasons only Apple knows). This program updates the card's firmware, to re-enable the features. If your Mac doesn't have one of these cards, then you'll require new hardware to use 802.11n. It is unlikely you'll be able to get an upgrade card to replace Apple's AirPort card, but you should (eventually, if not now) be able to buy a third-party device that can attach to a PCI, PCIe, USB, FireWire, or Ethernet port to provide this capability. On searching MacInTouch: What makes 'n' different from a, b g. Short explanation...three things: - multiple radios antennae ~ 802.11n uses MIMO (multiple-in, multiple-out) antenna arrays that allow for 'steered' beams and the ability to focuse more energy at a specific location. In some cases, Apple is currently shipping units that can be configured with as many as three antennae - more spectrum, taking advantage of not only 2.4GHz, but also, 5GHz bands - improved packaging data efficiency via less overhead than previous methods could be designed for at the time. Cheers, Ronni -- The WA Macintosh User Group Mailing List -- Archives - http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/archives.shtml Guidelines - http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/guidelines.shtml Unsubscribe - mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] -- The WA Macintosh User Group Mailing List -- Archives - http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/archives.shtml Guidelines - http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/guidelines.shtml Unsubscribe - mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] -- The WA Macintosh User Group Mailing List -- Archives - http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/archives.shtml Guidelines - http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/guidelines.shtml Unsubscribe - mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: Firmware upgrade
Also, how can I tell whether Apple definitely installed the faster (7,200rpm) hard drive in my MacBook Pro? I checked System Profiler, but it doesn't seem to mention 7,200 rpm anywhere. Get the drive serial number from System Profiler - Serial-ATA and look it up at http://www.hitachigst.com/hdd/support/drive_labels/snpn.htm Have fun, Shay -- === Shay Telfer Perth, Western Australia Technomancer The love of liberty is the love Opinions for hire [POQ] of others; the love of power is http://newtonslore.com/fnord the love of ourselves - Hazlitt -- The WA Macintosh User Group Mailing List -- Archives - http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/archives.shtml Guidelines - http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/guidelines.shtml Unsubscribe - mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Firmware upgrade
Is there are firmware upgrade to bring an Airport 802.11g card up to 802.11n or is there a hardware implication as well? Severin Crisp Assoc Professor R Severin Crisp, FIP, CPhys, FAIP 15 Thomas St, Mount Clarence, Albany, 6330, Western Australia. Phone (08) 9842 1950 (Int'l +61 8 9842 1950) email mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] -- The WA Macintosh User Group Mailing List -- Archives - http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/archives.shtml Guidelines - http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/guidelines.shtml Unsubscribe - mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: iMac Firmware Upgrade
Guys I have just wiped my brow after sweating bullets for a week after attempting to install OSX on a 2000 iMac without updating the Firmware first. (idiot) When a working iMac becomes one that turns on without boot chimes, no internal monitor and then turns itself off, I felt as sick as a parrot. No reseting the PRAM, removing the battery, holding the programmers key would fix it. Hints from Rod at Apple Mt Hawthorn set me on a tortuous path. The three necessary items - an external monitor, a HD with OS9x installed on it and another iMac. Basically I swapped the logic boards and OS9 HD into the working iMac - downloaded Firmware 2.4, installed it with everything crossed put the boards back and now everything is sweet. Thank God. Gordo Why did you need to swap the logic boards? You should just be able to boot the machine with the external monitor and run the firmware update. I mentioned the procedure on the WAMUG list earlier this year for Meg Travers, and it worked for her. Have fun, Shay -- === Shay Telfer Perth, Western Australia Technomancer Join Team Sungroper, race the Opinions for hire [POQ] 2003 World Solar Challenge [EMAIL PROTECTED] fnord http://sungroper.asn.au/
Re: iMac Firmware Upgrade
On Sunday, February 23, 2003, at 09:51 PM, Shay Telfer wrote: Guys I have just wiped my brow after sweating bullets for a week after attempting to install OSX on a 2000 iMac without updating the Firmware first. (idiot) When a working iMac becomes one that turns on without boot chimes, no internal monitor and then turns itself off, I felt as sick as a parrot. No reseting the PRAM, removing the battery, holding the programmers key would fix it. Hints from Rod at Apple Mt Hawthorn set me on a tortuous path. The three necessary items - an external monitor, a HD with OS9x installed on it and another iMac. Basically I swapped the logic boards and OS9 HD into the working iMac - downloaded Firmware 2.4, installed it with everything crossed put the boards back and now everything is sweet. Thank God. Gordo Why did you need to swap the logic boards? You should just be able to boot the machine with the external monitor and run the firmware update. I mentioned the procedure on the WAMUG list earlier this year for Meg Travers, and it worked for her. Shay, That was part of the tortuous path - the damaged board in the original iMac would not boot at all. It would start then turn off with an external monitor. I could not get to OS9 to run the firmware updater. I could not get it to boot from CD, start in Target mode or open the firmware with OPT-CMD-O-F. It was stuffed and Apple was saying a replacement logic board was the way out. So I swapped boards to see if that were the case. The damaged board with an OSX HD in the second iMac would boot but only with an external monitor and the firmware has to be run on OS9.x, setting the OSX HD to boot to OS9 just stuffed it again - I suppose because changing the Start Disk changes the Boot ROM? Anyway I changed the OSX HD with a vanilla OS9 HD - ran firmware 2.4 and it got through. I don't know the exact science but I'm wearing a cheesy grin. Gordo
iMac Firmware Upgrade
Guys I have just wiped my brow after sweating bullets for a week after attempting to install OSX on a 2000 iMac without updating the Firmware first. (idiot) When a working iMac becomes one that turns on without boot chimes, no internal monitor and then turns itself off, I felt as sick as a parrot. No reseting the PRAM, removing the battery, holding the programmers key would fix it. Hints from Rod at Apple Mt Hawthorn set me on a tortuous path. The three necessary items - an external monitor, a HD with OS9x installed on it and another iMac. Basically I swapped the logic boards and OS9 HD into the working iMac - downloaded Firmware 2.4, installed it with everything crossed put the boards back and now everything is sweet. Thank God. Gordo
Zoom modem firmware upgrade
Has anyone had experience in upgrading the firmware of zoom modems. I have the original software which has the drivers and microphone LT as well as the software to upgrade the modem. The instructions for upgrading are not clear. Have contacted zoom support in Sydney but can only help with PCs. Have scoured the net looking for manuals etc with limited success. Zoom 2900 A attached to Performa 5260 Any assistance appreciated. Rob
