Using FirstClass Updates
About FirstClass Updates
FirstClass Updates is a utility that automatically connects on a daily basis to the FirstClass Updates Server (operated by FirstClass Division) and downloads any new software to your FC Update Service container (formerly FC Control). It does this through a server-to-server gateway.
FirstClass Updates reduces the amount of effort to keep your FirstClass software and system up to date with the latest features and fixes, and you can manage software updates directly from the Admin desktop.
FirstClass Updates automatically creates a two-way gateway with secured passwords. While you can change these if you wish, it is not necessary, since the server automatically generates strong passwords on the first connection. FirstClass Updates then makes a daily outbound connection from your server to updates.firstclass.com on port 510 using FCP encryption.
Updating your server
In most cases, you can update your server in just a few seconds with zero downtime.
To apply changes to store content and licenses:
1 Open the FC Update Service container on the administrator Desktop.
2 Select the document corresponding to the desired upgrade.
3 Click Apply Update.
4 Confirm that the upgrade was successful.
To apply executables:
1 Open the FC Update Service container on the administrator Desktop.
2 Open the object and download the executable.
3 Confirm that the upgrade was successful.
Changing gateway settings
As a default, the gateway is set up to connect to the FirstClass Updates Server each day between 4:00 AM and 5:00 AM local time. As the administrator, you can change this to suit the needs of your organization.
You also have the ability to change the password, although it is not necessary. A password generator automatically creates a password at both sites on the next connection if the password field is blank, or updates one site if a password is entered at the other site.
Disabling updates
Although we highly recommend using the FirstClass Updates facility, if you wish to stop updates, disable the schedule on the Scheduling tab of the gateway. This will still allow you to connect manually or restore the schedule in the future.
 CautionWe do not recommend deleting the gateway. Deleting the gateway will make it difficult to re-enable the facility in the future. Disable it instead using the method described above.
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