OGI BioReactor Update Instructions

Version BR4.8.2

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Requirements

1. This updater requires PowerShell 7.x to run.
2. It also needs a driver for the WiFi Module, which can be downloaded from:
   https://www.silabs.com/developer-tools/usb-to-uart-bridge-vcp-drivers?tab=downloads
   Download the Universal Windows Driver and extract the .zip. Right click on
   the `silabser.inf` file and click `Install`. Follow the instructions.

WARNING: DO NOT UPLOAD ANY SOFTWARE ONTO THE BIOREACTOR UNLESS INSTRUCTED BY OGI BIO,
THIS MAY PERMANTENTLY DAMAGE THE DEVICE.
OGI Bio does not accept any liability for damage incurred by improper use of
any component of the update package.
Do not attempt to decompile the binary file under any circumstances.

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Updating the BioReactor

1. The BioReactor should be powered off while updating.
2. Unzip the contents of this OGIUpdater zip file into any directory.
3. Connect your PC to the "BOARD PROG." port on the rear of the BioReactor via a
   USB-A to microUSB cable.
   3a. Warning: Do not connect a cable to the USB port on the front of the device.
4. Double click on `runme.cmd`. A GUI will open.
   4a. The updater may be blocked by a Windows Defender pop up - you can press
       'More Information' then 'Run Anyway' to continue.
5. Select the port from the dropdown menu then press the `Upload` button.
   5a. Selecting the wrong port will print an error then let you try again.
6. Wait for the process to finish, this should take approx. 1 minute.
   6a. The last message printed after a successful upload is "CPU reset."
7. When complete, connect your PC to the `"WIFI PROG.`" port on the rear of the device
8. Refresh the list of ports and select the new port
9. Use the `"Upload WIFI PROG.`" button to update the wifi board
   9a. The last message displayed after a successful upload is "Hard resetting via RTS pin..."

These instructions can also be found in the GUI by clicking the "Help" button.

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Troubleshooting

If a port does not display or more errors persist, contact
help@ogibiotec.com with details of the problem.

