Once you’ve done that you should see a screen confirming that your trainer is running the latest firmware. If an update is available the app will reboot your trainer, upload the firmware, then prompt you to unplug the power cord and plug it back in. The app may prompt you to update the firmware, or you can click the menu bar (3 lines) at the top-left and choose “Update”.

Updating the firmware is an easy process. Note: most Vortexes being sold now already have this firmware version installed, since it was released July 2015. Its unique features and design make cycling indoors surprisingly realistic and fun while enabling an easy way to train with your preferred apps. Go to C:program filesTacxTacxTrainerSoftwareupdater and select the file TacxUpdate.exe - Set up the Bushido computer as close as possible to the PCs USB ANT stick. Quiet, powerful and accurate, Neo bike smart lets you train your way. While firmware updates are somewhat “optional,” your Vortex won’t work with Zwift until you install at least firmware version 3.1.7, which is the update that allows Zwift to talk back to the Vortex to adjust tension to simulate inclines. Tacx Neo bike smart is a revolutionary smart bike designed to create a one-of-a-kind experience. Note: you don’t need to check for firmware updates on a regular basis–the free Tacx Utility app does this for you when you run it, so whenever you calibrate your Vortex it will also check for updates.

Keeping your Vortex’s firmware updated helps to ensure your trainer is functioning optimally. Your Vortex is a computer, and sometimes the code which runs that computer needs to be updated.

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