# Updating KOI Firmware Kittenbot's development team releases new firmware for KOI periodically to improve KOI's functions. Users can follow these instructions to update your KOI to the latest firmware. ## Update Method Connect KOI to a computer using a USB cable. ![](./images/usb.jpg) You will need **firmware flashing tool** and a **firmware file** to update firmware. Download them using the provided link. [Flashing tool](https://dl.sipeed.com/MAIX/tools/kflash_gui/kflash_gui_v1.6.5) [Firmware Download](./updateHist.md) **1. Download the version appropiate to your operating system.** ![](./images/1.png) **2. Unzip the file.** ![](./images/2.png) **3. Find and open kflash_gui.exe** ![](./images/3.png) **4. Please allow the program to run if this message appeared.** ![](./images/4.png) **5. Select the firmware file.** ![](./images/5.png) **6. From Board, select Sipeed Maixduino。** ![](./images/6.png) **7. Select the port that KOI is connected to.** ![](./images/7.png) **8. Leave other settings as default and Download.** ![](./images/8.png) **9. Wait for the update to complete.** ![](./images/9.png) **10. Flashing done.** ![](./images/10.png) **11. Reset KOI to check if update is successful.** ![](./images/reset.jpg)