# 6.14 Firmware Upgrade ### Firmware Upgrade Firmware is the software that is embedded in the hardware. Everything from flight inputs to energy management and everything in between is controlled by it. To enhance performance, correct bugs, and address security issues, manufacturers (OEMs) will from time to time deliver firmware updates. When updating firmware, please make sure you follow the OEM's guidelines. Firmware upgrade is required to ensure the proper working of drones. It enhances the reliability of drones in failsafe, landing aspects, reducing the costly problems may arise. This functionality is used for flashing the firmware for a drone. User can flash the firmware of a particular device by selecting the desired type of firmware. There are 2 types of flashing: * Automatic * Manual {% hint style="info" %} **Note:** Upgrading the Firmware may be time-consuming. Stable connectivity of the internet is mandatory for upgrading the firmware. {% endhint %} Upgrade the firmware on receiving the respective notification from OEMs. --- # Agent Instructions: Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter: ``` GET https://aerogcs-docs.aeromegh.com/5-rpa-configuration/6.14-firmware-upgrade.md?ask= ``` The question should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.