Over-the-Air Upgrade
Shark Jack Cable users may conveniently upgrade their device's firmware by running the UPDATE_FIRMWARE
command.
Plug the Shark Jack Cable into a network which provides Internet access via DHCP
Flip the Shark Jack Cable switch to Arming Mode
Power the Shark Jack Cable via USB-C from a compatible computer or smartphone
From the computer or smartphone, access the Shark Jack shell via Serial
Press ENTER to activate the serial console
From the
root@shark:~#
prompt, typeUPDATE_FIRMWARE
and press ENTER
If the Shark Jack Cable has Internet access and an update is available, it will download and install automatically.
To cancel the installation, press CTRL+C
during the 10 second countdown period.
DO NOT UNPLUG THE SHARK JACK CABLE DURING THE FIRMWARE INSTALL PROCESS. This process will require 5-10 minutes. Powering off the Shark Jack Cable at this time will result in damage to the device that may render it inoperable.
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