InstalledThis file was automatically installed as part of a recent update. If you are experiencing any issues, you can manually download and reinstall.
This file was automatically installed as part of a recent update. If you are experiencing any issues, you can manually download and reinstall.
This package contains the Firmware Switch Tool for Dell Wireless 5820e LTE Mobile Broadband. It is supported on Dell Latitude, Inspiron and Precision systems that run the Linux operating system.
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Dell Technologies recommends applying this update during your next scheduled update cycle. The update contains changes to maintain overall system health. It ensures that the system software remains current and compatible with other system modules (firmware, BIOS, drivers, and software) and may include other new features.
The Firmware Switch (FWSWITCH) tool is required for firmware upgrade of DW5820e. It is also used to update a compatible firmware for SIM-based firmware switch solution on DW5820e, to connect to the mobile network.
Download 1. Click Download File to download the file. 2. When the File Download window is displayed, click Save to save the file to your hard drive.
Installation 1. Press Ctrl+Alt+T to open terminal window. 2. Use the command to install the deb. For instance, $sudo dpkg -i FWSWITCH_TOOL_V1.0.8.deb 3. After installing the fwswtich, it will keep running in the background. The fwswitch will upgrade the modem device automatically.