25 CFR §547.12
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- (a)Downloads.
- (1)Downloads are an acceptable means of transporting approved content, including, but not limited to software, files, data, and prize schedules.
- (2)Downloads must use secure methodologies that will deliver the download data without alteration or modification, in accordance with § 547.15(a).
- (3)Downloads conducted during operational periods must be performed in a manner that will not affect game play.
- (4)Downloads must not affect the integrity of accounting data.
- (5)The Class II gaming system must be capable of providing:
- (i)The time and date of the initiation of the download;
- (ii)The time and date of the completion of the download;
- (iii)The Class II gaming system components to which software was downloaded;
- (iv)The version(s) of download package and any software downloaded. Logging of the unique software signature will satisfy this requirement;
- (v)The outcome of any software verification following the download (success or failure); and
- (vi)The name and identification number, or other unique identifier, of any individual(s) conducting or scheduling a download.
- (b)Verifying downloads. Downloaded software on a Class II gaming system must be capable of being verified by the Class II gaming system using a software signature verification method that meets the requirements of § 547.8(f).