The PSF15000.HEX in the MPLAB directory is the firmware update. Program this into a new 17C4X and plug it into the PICSTART +. Pailoor. Bart Stofferis wrote: > Hello there ... > > I use now MPLAB 4.00 IDE for PIC projects with the PICSTART PLUS > development programmer. > > When i program a device i get the message: > > "An updated version of PICSTART Plus firmware is available, containing > > enhancements and new device support." > > Currently i don't need new device support but i was wondering what the > > enhancements are so i can see if it's worth to get updated. > > Where can i get such upgrade ?? is it software downloadable ? ... > > Bart -- Chip Technologies Microchip Design Consultant No. 70, 9th Main Road, Mathikere, Bangalore - 560 054. INDIA Tel : +91-80-3362807 Fax : +91-80-3369451 Email : chiptech@vsnl.com Webpage : http://business.vsnl.com/chiptech