Updating Firmware of STM32 CPU via USB Cable Using USB DFU Protocol
Application for Updating Firmware of STM32 CPU via USB Cable Using USB DFU Protocol
The realization of this application is based on the following documents provided by STMicroelectronics:
- AN2606: STM32 Microcontroller System Memory Boot Mode
- AN3156: USB DFU Protocol Used in the STM32 Bootloader
How to Use the Application
Prerequisite
- Your mobile device must support USB-OTG.
Preparation
- Connect the STM32 board to your mobile device using a USB-OTG cable.
- Activate the bootloader mode for the STM32. Refer to AN2606 for detailed instructions. Generally, you need to set the BOOT0 and BOOT1 pins in the correct combination according to your CPU model.
Programming
Select the Firmware File: Choose the firmware file you want to upload. The file should be in one of the following formats:
- Intel hex
- Motorola S-Record
- DfuSe (STMicroelectronics DFU format)
- Raw binary
Set Writing Options: Configure the writing options as needed. You can select from the following:
- Erase only necessary pages
- Unset readout protection if necessary
- Go CPU after programming
Initiate Upload: Press the "Load file to flash" button and wait for the operation to complete.
Additional Operations
The application also supports the following operations, which can be selected via the appropriate menu options:
- Erasing
- Checking flash for blank status
- Comparing flash content with the file
Tested Models
The application has been verified to work with the following STM32 microcontroller models:
- STM32F072
- STM32F205
- STM32F302
- STM32F401
- STM32F746
- STM32G474
- STM32L432
Restrictions on Use
You can perform up to 25 firmware uploads for free. After reaching this limit, you must purchase one of the following services:
- An additional 100 uploads
- Unlimited use of the application
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