reflash
Rewrite device software
Reflash means to reprogram or update the firmware on an electronic device, typically by overwriting the existing software stored in flash memory.
The term is most common in automotive contexts, where mechanics reflash a vehicle's engine control unit to fix bugs, improve performance, or update emissions systems.
The dealer had to reflash the ECU to resolve the transmission issue.
It also appears in discussions of routers, gaming consoles, and other devices with updateable firmware.
Initial startup program
- BIOSBoot-up initialization firmware
- ROMUnwritable digital storage
- microcontrollerIntegrated circuit with processor
- reprogrammingAltering original functional instructions
overwriting · checksum · recovery mode · ISP · serial communication · debugging · microcode · bricking
Restore consciousness or vigor
- rekindleRenew something dormant
- reigniteCause to burn anew
- rejuvenateRestore youthful vigor
- restoreReturn to earlier state
resurge · reawaken · revitalize · refresh · reinvigorate · bring back · renew
Reassigning input functions
- engine tuningOptimizing motor performance settings
- OBDVehicle self-diagnosis system
- calibrationAdjusting for measurement accuracy
- boost pressurePressurized intake air level
bootloader
Initial startup program
- BIOSBoot-up initialization firmware
- ROMUnwritable digital storage
- microcontrollerIntegrated circuit with processor
reprogramming · overwriting · checksum · recovery mode · ISP · serial communication · debugging · microcode · bricking · unbrick
revive
Restore consciousness or vigor
- rekindleRenew something dormant
- reigniteCause to burn anew
- rejuvenateRestore youthful vigor
restore · resurge · reawaken · revitalize · refresh · reinvigorate · bring back · renew
remapping
Reassigning input functions
- engine tuningOptimizing motor performance settings
- OBDVehicle self-diagnosis system
- calibrationAdjusting for measurement accuracy
refire
Bake ceramics again
- strobeRapidly pulsing light
- speedlightPortable photographic strobe
- syncCoordinate timing or data
- firmwareBIOS, bootloader, UEFI, ROM, EPROM