Flashing Images
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Time
There are three methods for flashing the boot loader, kernel, and file system. Each is described below. The table below compares the times required for the kernel (1.1 MB). Keep in mind that the file system will be 16 to 30 MB.
| step | xModem | xModem-1k | TFTP | JTAG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Download | 6 min. 6 sec. | 2 min. 52 sec. | 23 sec. | NA |
| Erase flash | 21 sec. | 21 sec. | 21 sec. | 19 sec. |
| Write flash | 15 sec. | 15 sec. | 15 sec. | NA |
| Download and write flash | NA | NA | NA | 29 sec. |
| Totals | 6 min. 42 sec. | 3 min. 28 sec. | 59 sec. | 48 sec. |
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xModem
This method is done within Blob. It is handled through the serial port in conjunction with Transfer capabilities on a terminal emulator. Xmodem-1k will be enabled by an option in your terminal emulator somewhere.
Blob: TFTP images and xModem.
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TFTP
This method is done within Blob. It requires that the platform is connected to a TFTP server through the Ethernet.
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JTAG
This method requires an external JTAG controller and host based software.
Installing Blob
Installing Linux
Installing the File System
Using XFlash
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