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title: Stellar Firmware update via DT Nexus
slug: stellar-gemini/stellar-firmware-update-via-dt-nexus
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createdAt: 2024-04-02T23:07:08.037Z
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## Requirements

- DT Stellar
- Stellars connected via ethernet with DT Connect
- Computer with DT Nexus

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A computer running macOS is required to update DT Stellar firmware. Windows, Linux, and other operating systems are not supported.
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## Steps

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[Download](https://heritage-digitaltransitions.com/dt-stellar-heritage-lighting-system/) the most recent firmware
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Hover the mouse on the Overflow Menu in the Global Light Control bar to reveal the “Update Firmware” option.

![](https://lh7-us.googleusercontent.com/LaMjxyEglI8Q6btrVCpQ7l8UYlKF1hNUBJx9clCL3GVYbN0H8znyXb9IJdsMneQdur73-5RylS1qas0S8A4lNn953lmsXiKmZTW-nDEqBihnc_EVXP5oQBQFuGWb6dUOU016fVxOw93RhFVPoDF0rW0)


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DT Nexus opens a file browser window. Navigate to the folder where the new firmware file is. 
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Select the `.bin` file and press OK. 
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The LED Indicator Ring Dial and individual LEDs will turn purple to indicate the progress of the update. Once complete, the Stellar will turn back on, and the Indicator Ring will return to a constant blue color. 
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To confirm the update is complete, hover the mouse over the light Information Icon by each light to see the loaded firmware version.
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