Linksys WRT55AG Network Router User Manual


 
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Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware
Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router
Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware
The Broadband Router's firmware is upgraded through the Web-based Utility's Administration tab. Do not
upgrade the firmware unless you are experiencing problems with the Router or the new firmware has a feature
you want to use.
To upgrade the Router’s firmware, follow these instructions:
1. Download the firmware from Linksys's website at www.linksys.com. Then extract the firmware file.
2. Click Firmware Upgrade from the Web-Utility's Administration tab, and the Upgrade Firmware screen will
appear.
3. Enter the location of the extracted firmware file or click the Browse button to find the file.
4. Then click the Start to Upgrade button and follow the on-screen instructions.
Figure C-1: Administration Tab - Firmware Upgrade
Note: The Router will lose all of the settings you have customized. Before you upgrade its firmware,
write down all of your custom settings. After you upgrade its firmware, you will have to re-enter all
of your configuration settings.