[title] Check your Firmware Version |
[* blue] By this point, your computer should be connected and talking to your Duet. You may have received a number of messages from the Duet already; it's generally safe to ignore these for now. The Duet uses 'G-codes' to communicate and for all configuration. See the [[Gcode|G-code dictionary here]] for a description and full list.
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[* red] To check the Duet's firmware version, send command '''M115''' to the Duet board (see [[Gcode#Section_M115_Get_Firmware_Version_and_Capabilities|M115]] in the G-code dictionary). |
[* yellow] The Duet will respond with the firmware version being used. |
[* blue] Mac OS and Linux users using 'screen': You will not see characters appear on the screen as you type. For this reason, it is easiest to copy and paste the commands to ensure correct syntax. |
[* black] Copy '''M115''' and paste into terminal and then hit enter. You will see OK when a succesful command is received. Wait a few moments and the firmware version will be displayed. |
[* icon_note] Once you know the firmware version your Duet is using, check for the latest version of the firmware in our [https://github.com/Duet3D/RepRapFirmware/releases|Github repository here]. Use the 'Latest release', not any 'pre-release', 'beta' or 'RC' version until you are familiar with Duet. |
[* icon_note] If your Duet is using an old firmware version, we recommend upgrading. See [[Installing and Updating Firmware|Installing and Updating Firmware]] documentation.
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