HID EDGE Solo v120 User Guide - Manual (Page 42)

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The restore process uses a backup file that you previously created with your Edge Solo data.
NOTE: You must back up your Edge Solo data before you can restore it. For more information,
see "Backing Up Your Edge Solo Data" .
To restore your data:
1. Click Browse to navigate to the backup file on your hard drive or a network drive.
2. Select the backup file and click Open.
3. Click Restore Now.
• The management console page will notify you when the process is complete.
• You must log in again to continue working with the Edge Solo management console.
Updating Firmware
Periodically, updates to your Edge Solo firmware may be available. Firmware is the “software”
inside the Edge Solo that makes it work.
The email message will include a link to download the file from a web site.
To update your firmware:
1. In the Firmware Update area, click Browse to navigate to the update file.
2. Select the update file and click Open.
3. Click Update Now.
• The update can take up to seven minutes to complete.
• The management console page will close.
4. Use the Edge Solo Jumpstart to access the Edge Solo management console and log in again.
• For more information, see "Accessing the Edge Solo Management Console" .
Managing Multiple Doors
Edge Solo can be converted to become part of a larger, host-based security system, available
through HID development partners. This range of solutions offers both options available for pur-
chase or fully managed solutions available on a monthly fee basis. Benefits of this upgrade include
comprehensive management of schedules, people, and cardholders across multiple doors and
facilities, as well as comprehensive alarm monitoring, security video integration and reporting.