# Update the Software

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The chapter gives you information about how to update the grandMA2 if a new software version is available.

To double-check what version you are using, enter the [version keyword](/grandma2/key_keyword_version/) in the command line.

## Check for updates and download the latest version

To check if a new update for the grandMA2 software is available and download them:

1. Go to www\.malighting.com, click **Support and Downloads**, and click under MA Software Release Package complete at **+** .\
   The first displayed version is the latest version.
2. Click at the version.

The download process start. Follow the on screen instructions.

## Subtopics

- [Update via setup](/grandma2/key_update_setup/)
- [Format a USB stick for Linux](/grandma2/key_update_format/)
- [Update or factory reset via boot menu](/grandma2/key_update_boot_menu/)
- [Restart from Linux](/grandma2/key_update_restart_linux/)