NETGEAR D6300 Network Router User Manual


 
Administration
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D6300 WiFi DSL Modem Router
Upgrade the WiFi DSL Modem Router Firmware
The WiFi modem router firmware (routing software) is stored in flash memory. You can
update the firmware from the Administration menu on the Advanced tab. You might see a
message at the top of the genie screens when new firmware is available for your product.
You can use the Check button on the Firmware Upgrade screen to check and update to the
latest firmware for
your product when new firmware is available.
To check for new firmware and update your WiFi modem router:
1. Select ADV
ANCED > Administration > Router Update to display the following screen:
Click Check.
2. Click Check.
The WiFi modem router finds new firmware information
when any is available.
3. Click Ye
s to update and locate the firmware you downloaded (the file ends in .img).
WARNING:
When uploading firmware to the WiFi modem router, do not
interrupt the web browser by closing the window, clicking a link,
or loading a new page. If the browser is interrupted, it could
corrupt the firmware.
When the upload is complete, your WiFi modem router restarts. The upgrade process
typically takes about one minute. Read the new firmware release notes to determine
whether you need to reconfigure the WiFi modem router after upgrading.