I'm using XS++3.1 and I was able to connect the phone using it and now know my FW ver.R7AC001. EROM 52/RED.

I haven't found any patches listed for a w580 with R7AC001. Do I need to upgrade/downgrade firmware to use patches? Why isn't there any patches for my firmware?

If I do have to upgrade/downgrade my firmware what is all envolved? I do understand that I will have to find the actual firmware and download it. will I have to convert my new firmware for XS++3.1 to use it? will I need add'l plugins for the XS++? I did however use XS++ to make what I think is a backup of what my phone which is in a file on my desktop label backup. The file in it is listed as my phone model and my IMEI as a bin extension file.

Can XS++ use this file the way it is to restore my phone if anything were to happen?

Sorry. im new at this.