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Firmware Download for the ION, Si, X, and Xi Laser Tracker

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09:00, 18 May 2017
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Quick Steps

Click one of these links to download the latest version of the FARO Laser Tracker ION, Si, X, and Xi firmware.

Date	Version	Download
06/2011	5.4.2	Click here

If these links do not work correctly, contact Support.

Article Contents

Overview about the firmware
Prepare and understand prerequisites and compatibility
Download instructions
Installation instructions

Overview

Without the right firmware, the FARO Laser Tracker ION, V1, or V2 might not work correctly. When FARO releases new firmware or software, you may have to upgrade the firmware.

TIP: When your Laser Tracker comes back from factory servicing, the factory upgrades the firmware for you.

This 3 minute video provides a basic introduction to the FARO Laser Tracker Ion, highlighting a robotics use case.

Prepare

Please review this table before you begin to ensure your success.

Time to Complete	20 minutes
Skills Needed	Knowledge of Windows at the operating system level General computer skills
Prerequisites	Internet connection Computer you use with the FARO Laser Tracker Storage media for saving files, such as a flash drive
Supported Software	Windows 8 & 8.1, Windows 7, Windows Vista, and Windows XP with Service Pack 3
Supported Hardware	FARO Laser Tracker ION, V1, V2 CAUTION: This firmware is not compatible with the Laser Tracker Vantage. Click here to download the Vantage firmware.

Download and Save the Firmware

Download the firmware.
It may take a few minutes to complete the download. Do not close your browser or shut off your computer while the download is in progress.
When the download is complete, you should see the firmware in your browser's download folder.
Copy the firmware to your storage media for safe keeping.

Install the Firmware

Installation directions are included in the .zip file.