So in recent versions of DeltaV we have the "Network Device Command Center" where you can view any(?) managed switches, such as the RM100, which includes a feature to "lock down" the switch, considered a good / best practice for physical security of the network. KBA NK-1600-0002 recommends flashing the firmware from to version 08.0.13. The procedure described in the referenced KBA involves Hirschmann cables and some command-line interaction to load the new firmware, however . . .
If one clicks / right-clicks a commissioned switch in the "Network Device Command Center", a menu appears which includes "Advanced Device Operations". One of the options there is "Upgrade Firmware". Seems much nicer than messing with Hirschmann cables and command-line interfaces.
Has anyone used this utility? How long does it take the switch to reboot, and what happens to all the operator stations when it does? Our operations folks are not fond of looking at magenta "&&&&&" where they used to see process measurements.
The facility in question is running 13.3.1.
Andre Dicaire