Downloading jb3 7/4 firmware

16M4 · 08-06-2010, 08:28 AM

I am having a hard time finding the information on how to download the latest (7/4) jb3 firmware. I've e-mailed back and forth with Terry but is not going anywhere.

Terry is a really really nice guy but I don't think we're connecting good in communication

- I've been asking how to or where to go to download this 7/4 firmware, but I still have not gotten the answer. So, instead of bugging him about it, I thought maybe someone would help me here.

He told me to go to here: http://www.n54tech.com/forums/showthread.php?t=8755, which I did. I clicked on the "JB3 7/4/10 alpha interface: 7/4 Alpha interface download" and then downloaded the zip file. That's how I got the 7/4 interface, BUT, not the 7/4 firmware.

If someone knows how to download the 7/4 firmware, please advise me

AltecBX · 08-06-2010, 08:47 AM

I believe is this: http://www.n54tech.com/forums/attach...5&d=1278393850

GhOsT_E90 · 08-06-2010, 08:47 AM

well his link is correct, at the bottom of his post there is an attached file. right click and save file to a folder of your choosing then go plug in you laptop and upload the HEX file.

16M4 · 08-06-2010, 08:52 AM

I've tried this. But, after I save the file (say on to my desktop), I try to open the file, it won't let me ("window cannot open this file: RS232_070410.HEX).

Do I need to plug the jb3 cable?

Former_Boosted_IS · 08-06-2010, 08:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alfred

I've tried this. But, after I save the file (say on to my desktop), I try to open the file, it won't let me ("window cannot open this file: RS232_070410.HEX).

Do I need to plug the jb3 cable?

You definitely need to read the thread on how to update your JB3. You connect the wire and click the update firmware on the JB3 interface. It will ask you where the file is and just browse to the new HEX file.

16M4 · 08-06-2010, 09:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Former_Boosted_IS

You definitely need to read the thread on how to update your JB3. You connect the wire and click the update firmware on the JB3 interface. It will ask you where the file is and just browse to the new HEX file.

I apologize. I read the instructions on that thread. I did not find any info about it there. Thank you for the instructions!

Viperjp7 · 08-06-2010, 09:14 AM

When you do the uploading do you use the BT tool cable and OBD II port, or do you plug directly in to the JB3?

16M4 · 08-06-2010, 09:49 AM

I dont have the BT tool yet. I will be connecting it directly to the JB3

Viperjp7 · 08-06-2010, 10:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alfred

I dont have the BT tool yet. I will be connecting it directly to the JB3

Can you use the BT tool or can it only be done by connecting directly to the JB3?

Mike@N54Tuning.com · 08-06-2010, 10:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Viperjp7

Can you use the BT tool or can it only be done by connecting directly to the JB3?

There seems to be some confusion in this thread.

The BT tool and the JB3 interface are completely different and independent from one another.

In order to update the firmware on the JB3 you use the JB3 software to open the HEX file. You need to connect to the JB3 via the USB cable and in the menu options there is an upload firmware option. The JB3 files come in two packages

1) JB3 Software (Software to load firmware, datalog, etc.)
2) JB3 Firmware (The actual firmware that is run on the JB3 - requires the software to load)

Hope that clears it up

Mike

Viperjp7 · 08-06-2010, 10:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mike@N54Tuning.com

There seems to be some confusion in this thread.

The BT tool and the JB3 interface are completely different and independent from one another.

In order to update the firmware on the JB3 you use the JB3 software to open the HEX file. You need to connect to the JB3 via the USB cable and in the menu options there is an upload firmware option. The JB3 files come in two packages

1) JB3 Software (Software to load firmware, datalog, etc.)
2) JB3 Firmware (The actual firmware that is run on the JB3 - requires the software to load)

Hope that clears it up

Mike

The JB3 doesn't have a USB port on it (I don't think) if it doesn't one end of the cord will be a USB what should the other end of the cord be? I will have to go down to best buy and purcshase the cord and I want to make sure I buy the right one.

Mike@N54Tuning.com · 08-06-2010, 10:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Viperjp7

The JB3 doesn't have a USB port on it (I don't think) if it doesn't one end of the cord will be a USB what should the other end of the cord be? I will have to go down to best buy and purcshase the cord and I want to make sure I buy the right one.

The JB3 has a serial like port on the other end. If yours doesn't then you have the very old JB3 board and would need to upgrade through our hardware upgrade program.

http://www.n54tuning.com/index.php?_...d&productId=53

Mike

huyner328 · 08-06-2010, 11:03 AM

JP, call me. I have an extra datalogging cable for you if you want it. (You'll need this for the update)

PRINCETHEEARLY · 04-24-2019, 08:22 PM

I Have 2008 Bmw 135i Which Has Jb3 But My Software Does Not Work As I Have Not Used It For Over 4 Years, May Be Needs Updated But I Don't Know How I May Need To Down Load Also The Latest 7/4 Firmware.
Please Help
Thanks

Fuel-It! · 04-25-2019, 12:01 AM

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16M4 Colonel 133 Rep 2,978 Posts Drives: 2016 SO M4 Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Broomfiled, CO iTrader: (5)	I've tried this. But, after I save the file (say on to my desktop), I try to open the file, it won't let me ("window cannot open this file: RS232_070410.HEX). Do I need to plug the jb3 cable?
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