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6.2. Uploading Options File
ASTi MBV Telestra Training (Ver.1, Rev.B)
The Telestra Options file is a program-specific encrypted file containing software packages for all
of the Telestra systems delivered under that program. A single Telestra Options file may be
installed on multiple Telestra platforms but will only activate the appropriate software packages
on each platform. The software functionality, as defined by the Telestra Options File, is linked
directly to the Telestra system’s hardware configuration. The Telestra Options screen in RMS
allows the user to manage the Telestra Options file.
Overview of the Options File Background
• The Options file contains the software license key, which is required for MBV operation.
• The Options file enables certain software modules available on the Telestra platform (e.g.
HF server, Terrain server) and specifies the number of credits allocated to the Telestra
• The number of credits determines the scope of the models that can be created and run in
MBV.
• The Options file is keyed to the MAC address of Telestra
6.2.1. Instructions to Upload the Options File
1. Insert the Telestra Options CD into the machine running the RMS browser.
2. The following steps apply only if the Options CD has been inserted into Telestra:
2a. Go to console
• In Embedded or Recover y Mode, press ALT-F2
• In Development Mode, press CTRL-ALT-F2
2b. Login to console as root
2c. Type “mount /cdrom” at prompt
2d. In Development Mode, press ALT-F7 to return to X Windows environment
2e. ** After uploading options file per the steps below, return to console and type “eject”
at prompt
3. In the RMS browser, go to the Telestra >> Options screen
4. Select the “Choose File” button to locate the file on your local workstation.
5. Select “Upload New Options File” button
Important: Selecting an Options File with the same name as the currently-installed Options
File will result in the new file over-writing the existing file.
Click on the filename of the existing Options File to download it to your local workstation for
archiving and backup purposes.
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