Howto install the latest PLi® software image on my DM7025, DM800, DM500HD or DM8000
You will first of all need the following tools;
a. A windows PC, a Linux PC or a Mac
b Our latest image - You can download them from the homepage.
b Our latest image - You can download them from the homepage.
How to Flash using the http method
- Download our latest image - You can download them from the homepage...
- Shut down the dreambox into deep standby (use the menu or flip the power switch).
- Connect the dreambox and the PC to the network. You need a DHCP capable modem or server, or configure your PC to do so. If you're unsure, simply try if step 6 succeeds. If you connect the Dreambox directly to a PC, just enable the "internet sharing" function on the PC which will enable its DHCP function.
- Press and hold the "down" button to the left of the display. While holding the down button, press the power button or flip the switch to start it.
- Wait for the text "* * * STOP * * *" to appear in the display. Then you can release the down button.
- On the display, an IP address appears, usually in the form "192.168.1.42". Start a browser on your PC and go to this address, e.g. "http://192.168.1.42/".
- You should get a web page for the dreambox. At the bottom is a link that says "Upgrade firmware", follow this link.
- Select the image .nfi file with the browse button, and press the "Flash" button.
- Also press the "reboot when finished" button, so that the box will restart once the update is ready.
Howto Flash via the DreamUP method
My preferred method - but up to you
How to flash a DM500HD using the webinterface.
To flash a DM 500 HD.
Shutdown your box, flip the switch on the back.
Switch on your TV.
Push and hold the powerbutton on the front and switch on your box.
Now, after a few seconds, a dos like screen will appear with all the network settings.
Type the ip-number on your TV screen into the adress bar your browser.
Flash your box using the webinterface.
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