Installing VEXos Utility on macOS (1st gen only)

Screenshot of the VEX IQ Firmware update interface, displaying options for checking firmware versions and updating the VEX IQ Robotics system, designed for educational and beginner robotics users.

Click here to download VEXos Utility for Mac from VEX’s website.

NOTE: Depending on how the security settings on your Mac are configured, applications downloaded from the internet may be blocked by default

VEX IQ firmware update instructions, showcasing a step-by-step guide for users to update their VEX IQ robotics system, highlighting key components and processes essential for maintaining optimal performance.

Click on the “VEXos Utility Program (OS X)” icon to download the program.

Firmware update instructions for VEX IQ Robotics platform, showcasing steps and components involved in the process, aimed at educators and students to enhance their robotics programming experience.

Locate and click on the VEXos Utility disk image (.dmg) file in the Downloads folder or in the alternative location where the file was saved.

Diagram illustrating the firmware update process for VEX IQ Robotics platform, showcasing steps for connecting the robot to a computer and using VEXcode IQ software to install updates, aimed at educators and beginners in robotics.

Open the VEXos Utility disk image file by clicking on it. In the VEXos Utility disk image window that pops up, drag the VEXos Utility to the Applications folder.

Screenshot of VEX IQ firmware update instructions, detailing steps for updating the VEX IQ robotics system, including connection requirements and software tools needed for successful installation.

Open the Applications folder to locate the VEXos Utility application. 

Screenshot of the VEX IQ Firmware update instructions, displaying steps and information on how to update the firmware for VEX IQ robotics systems, aimed at educators and students in the VEX IQ knowledge base.

Click on the icon to launch the VEXos Utility.

NOTE: “VEXosUtility” is an application downloaded from the Internet. It may display a message saying, “Are you sure you want to open it?” Click “Open”.

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