Firmware downgrade | Firmware version V1.07 or higher to (V1.03–V1.06)
 | Do not perform firmware updates during operation Firmware updates must not be performed while a machine is in operation. The update can be performed in configuration mode or in TwinCAT Run Mode. If the machine is in Run Mode, make sure that the axis on which the firmware update is being performed is disabled. |
| Downgrade process A separate bootloader downgrade process is not necessary for the firmware downgrade procedure from V1.07 or higher to (V1.06–V1.03). |
AX8000 firmware downgrade from V1.07 or higher to (V1.06–V1.03)
- ►Request device's EtherCAT state [bootstrap]
- ►Download the required firmware version via (FoE) download
- ►Confirm with OK
| You do not need to enter a password. |
- ►Perform a Power cycle
Completed firmware downgrade
The EtherCAT revision states the minimum firmware version required for the current configuration. If the firmware is lower than the firmware associated with the EtherCAT revision, the device cannot be operated.
Conditions for operation
Firmware version ≥ reference firmware version for the
EtherCAT revision