The VBOB is shipped with CD software version 1.3 or later. The VBOB is pre-programmed at the factory, and you should rarely need to use this CD. The following components are included on this CD:
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A utility for flashing the VBOB PROMs. Without options, this utility flashes the VBOB hardware with VBOB PROM images that are located in /usr/dmedia/ucode/vbob. If you want to use inst to automatically update the firmware, make sure the VBOB is connected to your system. If the VBOB is not connected, a message appears that reminds you to connect the VBOB to the system. To execute this utility, enter vbob_flash. Superuser privileges are required.
For detailed instructions on using this utility, see the vbob_flash man page.
Micro-code
The micro-code used in the VBOB hardware, including the.MCS files for FPGA components and the.BIN binary images of the operating code and bootloader.
Note: Electronic documentation in IRIS InSight format may also be included.