From time to time Deltenna issues new releases of firmware for
the WiBE. These add new features and correct problems that have
been identified in earlier releases. If you are not experiencing
any problems with your WiBE and don't need any new features, we
advise not updating the firmware. The release notes below show what
has changed from earlier releases. Although we have included a
number of releases below, you should generally always update to the
latest release (the one at the bottom of the table).
Note that if you have a Buzz Networks Hubb@ you should not use
these software releases. The Hubb@ uses WiBE technology, but is
different and uses different software. Equivalent releases will be
available from Buzz Networks.
To update the firmware on your WiBE,
please follow the following instructions:
1. Download the new firmware to your computer. This is usually
done by pressing the right-hand button of your mouse while hovering
the cursor over the name of the firmware release, then selecting
"Save as" or "Save link as".
2. Log onto your WiBE in the normal way. Expand the
Administration menu on the left side of the screen and select
"Upload Firmware". Use the "Browse" button to search and find
the file of the new version of firmware. Now click "Apply"
and the WiBE will do the rest. It is very important that the link
between your computer and the WiBE is not interrupted during this
process. The actual upload takes about two minutes, and then the
WiBE will restart.
3. After the WiBE has restarted, reset it to factory defaults
(see entry on the FAQ page of www.deltenna.com). This is necessary
as settings from an older version of the software may not be
compatible with the new version.
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Release
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Date
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Release notes
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1.1.1.1
<WiBE_1.1.1.1._DT.bin>
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22 OCT 2010
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Compared to earlier releases, this release provides a much
improved speed on the user interface. If you log onto your WiBE to
make regular changes then it is worth upgrading to this release or
a later release. It also adds the feature of enabling you to set
your own WAN (3G) IP address and DNS rather than taking those from
the network. This feature is only of use to organisations having
their own APNs and SIM cards and should not generally be used.
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1.1.1.8
<WiBE_1.1.1.8._DT.bin>
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15 DEC 2010
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This release corrects two specific problems that were found in
release 1.1.1.1:
- Release 1.1.1.1 does not work if you use a SIM that has is
locked with a PIN (Personal Identification Number), so if you need
to use a PIN you must upgrade to this release or later.
- In release 1.1.1.1 the Load Default on-screen button loads some
incorrect defaults. In particular, it changes the WiFi SSID to
something different from the SSID on the label on the WiBE and sets
the WPA key to "12345678". The release corrects this.
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1.2
<WiBE_1.2_DT.bin>
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13 SEP 2011
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This release corrects several problems that were found in the
previous release.
- Automatic connection - Version 1.2 does not usually require you
to give any details of your operator or SIM in the Web user
interface, it will detect this information and connect
automatically. This process can take up to around 5 minutes
the first time a new SIM card is used. Once found, the information
is stored for your SIM and subsequent connections are
faster. If the WiBE cannot connect automatically, the 3G light
will flash rapidly and you may need to enter connection settings
manually on the 'Internet Settings' > '3G' page of the Web user
interface.
- 3G Error Indication - Version 1.2 indicates problems that need
user attention for things like SIM PIN, no SIM, registration
denied, etc. This is indicated by the 3G light flashing
rapidly. Note - the 3G LED light can also flash rapidly for a
brief time when searching for the APN settings.
- Retest for best antenna - Version 1.2 has a more robust
connection but if there are changes within the network or after a
lost connection or manually changed APN the WiBE will retest for
the best connection automatically - as well as on start-up and a
specific time of day, if requested.
- Download test override - Version 1.2 allows the download test
to be turned off, the WiBE will then select the best antenna based
on only signal strength.
- PAP/CHAP - Version 1.2 allows selection of either PAP or CHAP
within the 3G UI page in the WiBE control panel.
- Spanish Translation - Version 1.2 has the option to select the
Spanish language within the WiBE control panel.
1. Automatic connection - Version 1.2 does not usually
require you to give any details of your operator or SIM in the Web
user interface, it will detect this information and connect
automatically. This process can take up to around 5 minutes
the first time a new SIM card is used. Once found, the information
is stored for your SIM and subsequent connections are faster.
If the WiBE cannot connect automatically, the 3G light will flash
rapidly and you may need to enter connection settings manually on
the 'Internet Settings' > '3G' page of the Web user
interface.
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