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--- updating_firmware:updating_ve.bus_products [2018-03-20 10:53] – [Warning: This operation must only be carried out by Victron trained Engineers, Installers and Dealers, and must not be attempted by system owners and users.] justin_tyers_live_a_c
+++ updating_firmware:updating_ve.bus_products [2019-06-12 03:24] – guy_stewart
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 ==== Warning: This operation must only be carried out by Victron-trained Engineers, Installers and Dealers, and must not be attempted by system Owners and Users. ====
-Important! Updating firmware on a VE.Bus product (Inverters, Multis and Quattros) has system-critical implications:
+Updating firmware on a VE.Bus product (Inverters, Multis and Quattros) has system-critical implications:
-  * All settings will be lost.
+  * All settings will be lost - [[https://docs.victronenergy.com/veconfigure.html#save-load-and-export-settings|Save your settings first!]]
   * Assistants and parallel or three-phase configuration will be lost.
-Note. Reconfiguring a complex VE.Bus system requires both training and experience. We offer no direct support to end-users for reconfiguration.
+Setting up a VE.Bus system requires both training and experience. We offer no direct support for un-trained individuals carrying-out reconfiguration.
 ==== Notes ====
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   * When updating parallel or three-phase installation, update each unit separately
   * After updating firmware, all settings will be reset to their factory defaults. The unit will be in stand-alone mode, and any //Assistant// settings will be removed.
+  * It is not required to keep your Victron equipment updated to the latest firmware version. Stable systems should be left with their current firmware. Firmware updates should only be done when it is recommended to fix an issue you are experiencing, or add a new feature that is required by the installation.
 Instruction video explaining how to update your VE.Bus products:
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-~~DISQUS~~
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+===== DISQUS =====
+~~DISQUS~~