Using update tools

Use the Update tools feature in Updates and Licensing to browse for available updates and to download license keys for your Network IPS appliance.

About this task

Navigating in IPS Local Management Interface: Manage System Settings > Updates and Licensing > Administration

Perform these tasks to find and upload updates and licenses. For more information about installing updates, see Installing available updates.

Procedure
  1. Click the appropriate update type: Firmware or Intrusion Prevention.
  2. In the Update tools area, click the appropriate action:
    Option Description
    Check for updates Searches for possible updates so that you can upload them and then install them.
    Update history Shows a history of updates including the date of the installation, the type, and the name.
    Upload update file Browses for updates uploaded and saved to a specific location.
    Upload license key Browses and uploads a license key.
    Note: Each license key file you install is unique to your product license and might require that you provide IP address range information specific to your network. For more information about licenses, see Viewing license settings.