Trane Comfortlink Ii Software Update

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  1. Trane Comfortlink Ii Firmware Update

Additional features include the ability to geo fence when not at home, automated software upgrades and the ability to display up to three views. Consumers can also amplify their use of the ComfortLink™ II XL1050 by pairing it with any of Trane’s Communicating Systems and TruComfort™ variable speed systems. Having trouble updating your Trane Comfortlink II Thermostat's software? Learn how to upgrade your Trane Comfortlink II Thermostat step by step here.

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I got an original test version of an XL950 from work. We did some work with the service manual almost 5 years ago. Anyways, we were getting rid of some old equipment and I snatched this up. The firmware isn't the release version so doesn't have an online update that works. I should be able to update it if I can get the file and put it on an SD card but am having a hard time finding it. Finding anything on ComfortSite is damn near impossible. If someone by chance had a zip of it and would be willing to PM me a link that'd be much appreciated. Thanks!

Edit: Just wanted to update incase this helps someone else. It was under Tech Support -> Trane Tools. Then you'll find the XL950 tar.gz download.

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Trane is another hardware manufacturer that is offering its own version of a smart thermostat, the ComfortLink II XL950. Trane’s ComfortLink system touts itself as not just a thermostat, but an “energy command center.”

This is not a slam of the ComfortLink system to say that it does pretty much what the Lennox iComfort does — the difference being (of course) that it’s built primarily for Trane by Trane. If you already have Trane equipment and are pleased with it, it makes sense to stay with a brand you’re familiar with. Having said that, the ComfortLink works with any HVAC brand.

Third-party apps and self-installation blues

As with other devices of its kind, there’s an app for the ComfortLink. However, this app is developed by Nexia, which is a home automation company that develops apps for several other companies. The Nexia Home Intelligence app can handle all sorts of home automation tasks, and controlling your Trane smart thermostat is one of them.

Credit: Image courtesy of Nexia Home Intelligence.
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It’s a bit off-putting to have one company’s app control another company’s thermostat. If you’re someone who’s used to using Nexia’s app for controlling home automation devices, then this will probably not be a deal breaker for you, but if you aren’t familiar with Nexia, this might be a strong factor when considering the Trane ComfortLink thermostat for your home’s heating and cooling needs.

Trane also wants installation of your ComfortLink system to be performed by a dealer only. The company wants this work for its dealers, but it seems there should be a user-installable option to go along with the dealer-installable one.

ComfortLink zoning

One big plus for the ComfortLink system is the inclusion of zoning. Like Lennox, Trane provides all the hardware for a system, ensuring that everything works together seamlessly.

Zoning allows your Trane HVAC system to direct heating and cooling to ­specific rooms in specific amounts, effectively reducing your energy costs over the long haul. Cara hack yahoo email password. Like the Lennox zoning features, dampers inside your air ducts open and close as much or little as needed, depending on what temps are set for individual zones.