Upgrading Using NetInstall

NetInstall allows users to automatically upgrade the Server and all Terminals to the newest version of FPOS.

ClosedSystem Requirements and Prerequisites
  • Must have an Internet connection
  • Must have permission to copy a file to \FPOS5\Install on all machines
  • Must be running FPOS v5.0.92.0 or higher
  • Must have permission to use NetInstall (enable in Class Security)
  • Front End must be open on all terminals
ClosedHow to Upgrade the Server Using NetInstall
  1. Open the Back Office.
  2. Click the Settings icon.
  3. Click NetInstall.
  4. NetInstall will check for a newer version of FPOS is available. If a newer version is available, Needs Upgrade will be displayed to the right of the Terminal Number.
  5. Click the Upgrade Server and Terminals button. The Login dialog will appear.
  6. In the Login dialog, enter your Login and Password for the Dealer Portal. All Terminals will display a Waiting notification until installation on the Server is complete.
    Delaer Portal login and password screen
  7. After entering your username and password, the installation files will be downloaded and extracted to \FPOS5\Install on the server.
  8. After downloading and extracting both the x86 and x64 versions, NetInstall will automatically uninstall FPOS from the server.
  9. After uninstalling FPOS from the server, NetInstall will begin the installation process on the server. This is not automated.
  10. After installing FPOS, NetInstall will reopen. The server will have a status of Good. The terminal will still have a status of Needs Upgrade.
ClosedHow to Upgrade Terminals Using NetInstall
  1. Click the Upgrade Server and Terminals button.
  2. The installation files will be copied to the \FPOS5\Install directory on the terminals.
  3. After copying the installation files, NetInstall will automatically uninstall FPOSfrom the terminal.
  4. After uninstalling FPOS from the terminal, NetInstall will automatically install FPOSon the terminal.
  5. After installing FPOS, the Front End will reopen.
  6. On the server, NetInstall will have a status of "Good" on all terminals that have been upgraded successfully.

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