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docs: Update FAQ to emphasize checking Config_Changes.md on an upgrade 

Signed-off-by: Kevin O'Connor <kevin@koconnor.net>
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@ -462,7 +462,14 @@ step counter being off by a multiple of 64 microsteps.)
### How do I upgrade to the latest software? ### How do I upgrade to the latest software?
The general way to upgrade is to ssh into the Raspberry Pi and run: The first step to upgrading the software is to review the latest
[config changes](Config_Changes.md) document. On occasion, changes are
made to the software that require users to update their settings as
part of a software upgrade. It is a good idea to review this document
prior to upgrading.
When ready to upgrade, the general method is to ssh into the Raspberry
Pi and run:
``` ```
cd ~/klipper cd ~/klipper
@ -494,11 +501,12 @@ sudo service klipper restart
If after using this shortcut the software warns about needing to If after using this shortcut the software warns about needing to
reflash the micro-controller or some other unusual error occurs, then reflash the micro-controller or some other unusual error occurs, then
follow the full upgrade steps outlined above. Note that the RESTART follow the full upgrade steps outlined above.
and FIRMWARE_RESTART g-code commands do not load new software - the
above "sudo service klipper restart" and "make flash" commands are
needed for a software change to take effect.
When upgrading the software, be sure to check the If any errors persist then double check the
[config changes](Config_Changes.md) document for information on [config changes](Config_Changes.md) document, as you may need to
software changes that may require updates to your printer.cfg file. modify the printer configuration.
Note that the RESTART and FIRMWARE_RESTART g-code commands do not load
new software - the above "sudo service klipper restart" and "make
flash" commands are needed for a software change to take effect.