The PM5500 series models: PM5560, PM5563, and PM5580, now support firmware version 4.5.0, introducing important enhancements to Ethernet communication capabilities.

Firmware Version: Version: 4.5.0

Key Firmware Enhancement: The primary update in firmware version 4.5.0 is the addition of IPv6 IP configuration support for Ethernet communication. This enhancement enables compatibility with modern network infrastructures and improves long-term scalability and connectivity.

Firmware Upgrade Tool Availability: At present, the firmware upgrade tool is not included with the firmware package available on the website(It will be released later). Additionally, existing or previously released firmware upgrade tools are not compatible with firmware version 4.5.0.

Alternative Firmware Upgrade Method: Users can still update the device firmware using the Web User Interface (Web UI). The Web UI provides a reliable and supported method to perform the firmware upgrade to version 4.5.0.

Recommendation

Users planning to upgrade to firmware version 4.5.0 are advised to use the Web User Interface to ensure a successful and supported firmware update.

Released for: Schneider Electric Canada