Here I'll tell you the things you need to do in order to update the embedded firmware in your Nokia cell phone.
Things to do before a firmware update:
- Install Nokia PC Suite, and back up all the stuff from your phone to your computer.
- Charge your phone battery to its full level.
- Beware that any hindrance (like power off, etc.) during the update process can damage your phone.
Let's get started.
- In your Nokia mobile phone, type in *#0000#
Your Nokia mobile will now display the firmware version it's running - Carefully open the back case of your mobile, and also take away the battery.
- Note the product number down
- Go here and type the product number. You'll now know if a new version of firmware for your Nokia mobile phone is available
- Download the Nokia Software Updater. Click here to download it
- Install the Nokia Software Updater (I think it's recommended to run it if you have more than 256 MB of RAM on your computer)
- Connect your Nokia mobile phone via the USB port, and also make sure your computer is connected to the internet
- Run the Nokia Software Updater by clicking on the icon on your desktop
- The Nokia Software Updater connects to the internet, checks for updates, and then detects your phone to start installing firmware updates for your Nokia phone
- You might see some fuzzy things going on in your Nokia phone, and that's perfectly normal to happen during a firmware update
- When all's done, the updater gives a confirmation message and then the phone restarts
- You can now disconnect the phone from the computer