Linksys WRT160N Firmware Upgrade
Linksys WRT160N - Wireless-N Broadband Router Wireless Manual
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, your computer must have an active Internet connection. It is strongly recommended that you use a wired computer when upgrading the router's firmware. It is also important for you to determine the model number of your router to identify which set of instructions will be suitable for your concern - Linksys WRT160N | Firmware Upgrade - Page 2
.zip EtherFast ® Wireless AP + Cable/DSL Router w/PrintServer Wireless-B Broadband Router .zip v4.0 - .bin v3.2 - .bin v3.0 - .bin v2.0 - .bin v1.0 - .zip Wireless-N Router Wireless-N Router Wireless-N Router with SpeedBoost Advanced Wireless-N Router Advanced Wireless-N Router Advanced Dual-Band - Linksys WRT160N | Firmware Upgrade - Page 3
Broadband Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband .bin No Firmware download available .trx v1.0 - .zip v1.1 - .zip v2.0 - .zip v2.2 - .zip v3.0 - .zip v3.1 - .zip v4.0 - .zip v5.0 - .bin v6.0 - .bin v8.0 - .bin v8.1 - .bin v8.2 - .bin .bin No Firmware download available .bin .bin Linksys Linksys - Linksys WRT160N | Firmware Upgrade - Page 4
WRT54GC WRT54GH WRT54GL Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband Wireless-G Router for Mobile Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX400 Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router .bin No Firmware download available .bin - Linksys WRT160N | Firmware Upgrade - Page 5
login prompt appears, enter your router's User name and Password. NOTE: The default IP Address of Linksys routers is "192.168.1.1". For instructions on how to check the IP address of your router, click here. IMPORTANT: The default User name and Password is "admin" but if you have used Cisco Connect - Linksys WRT160N | Firmware Upgrade - Page 6
2: In the Search Support box, enter the model number of your router then press [Enter]. For instructions on getting your router's model number, click here. NOTE: In this example, we used the E4200. Step 3: Once the page opens, click the Downloads tab. Step 4: Click the drop-down arrow and select - Linksys WRT160N | Firmware Upgrade - Page 7
5: Click Download under Firmware to download the latest firmware of your router. NOTE: If the current firmware version of your router matches the one found online, upgrading is not necessary. Step 6: Click Save in the File Download dialog box that appears, choose an accessible directory such as the - Linksys WRT160N | Firmware Upgrade - Page 8
NOTE: Image may vary depending on the operating system of your computer. If you're using a Mac computer, click Download in the dialogue box that appears. When the download has been completed, click the red button to close the window. - Linksys WRT160N | Firmware Upgrade - Page 9
of reconfiguration. However, firmware upgrades sometimes include added functionalities which might mess up the settings once restored from a backup. In case this happens, you might have to manually reconfigure the router. Performing the Upgrade Step 1: Access the router's web-based setup page. Step - Linksys WRT160N | Firmware Upgrade - Page 10
Step 3: Click the Firmware Upgrade sub-tab then click the Browse button. Step 4: Locate the firmware then click Open. - Linksys WRT160N | Firmware Upgrade - Page 11
Refer to the following image for Mac OS: - Linksys WRT160N | Firmware Upgrade - Page 12
Step 5: Click the Start Upgrade button. - Linksys WRT160N | Firmware Upgrade - Page 13
firmware upgrade Step 1: Close Internet Explorer or Safari. Step 2: Press and hold the Reset button of your router for 10 seconds. NOTE: If the image of your router is different from the one shown above, consult your router documentation for the location of the reset button. For older routers (WRT - Linksys WRT160N | Firmware Upgrade - Page 14
appears, enter your router's User name and Password. NOTE: The default IP Address of Linksys routers is "192.168.1.1". To view instructions on how to check the IP address of your router, click here. IMPORTANT: The default User name and Password is "admin" but if you have used Cisco Connect to set up - Linksys WRT160N | Firmware Upgrade - Page 15
Downloading the firmware Step 1: Go to the Cisco HomeSupport page. Step 2: In the Search Support box, enter the model number of your hotspot then press [Enter]. For instructions on getting your hotspot's model number, click here. NOTE: In this example, we used the M10 Valet Hotspot. Step 3: Once the - Linksys WRT160N | Firmware Upgrade - Page 16
5: Click Download under Firmware to download the latest firmware of your hotspot. NOTE: If the current firmware version of your hotspot matches the one found online, upgrading is not necessary. Step 6: Click Save in the File Download dialog box that appears, choose an accessible directory such as - Linksys WRT160N | Firmware Upgrade - Page 17
system of your computer. If you're using a Mac computer, click Download in the dialogue box that appears. Once the download has been completed, click the red button to close the window. Click Save to save the file. The name of the file may vary depending on the firmware file of your router. - Linksys WRT160N | Firmware Upgrade - Page 18
from a backup. In case this happens, you might have to manually reconfigure the hotspot. Performing the Upgrade Step 1: Access the hotspot's web-based setup page. Step 2: Click the Administration tab. Step 3: Click the Firmware Upgrade sub-tab then click the Browse button. Step 4: Locate the - Linksys WRT160N | Firmware Upgrade - Page 19
Refer to the following image for Mac OS: - Linksys WRT160N | Firmware Upgrade - Page 20
Step 5: Click the Start Upgrade button. Step 6: Once the upgrade is complete, the following message will appear. Click on Continue. - Linksys WRT160N | Firmware Upgrade - Page 21
and hold the Reset button of your hotspot for 30 seconds. Step 3: Powercycle the hotspot. To do this, unplug the power cord and wait 30 seconds before plugging it back in. The firmware upgrade process is now complete. DEALING WITH A ZIPPED FILE FORMAT For older Linksys routers, the downloadable - Linksys WRT160N | Firmware Upgrade - Page 22
1: Access the router's web-based setup page. To do this, launch a web browser such as Internet Explorer or Safari. Enter your router's IP Address on the address bar, then press [Enter]. When the login prompt appears, enter your router's User name and Password. NOTE: The default IP Address of Linksys - Linksys WRT160N | Firmware Upgrade - Page 23
NOTE: In this example, we used the WRT54G. Step 3: Once the page opens, click the Downloads tab. Step 4: Click the drop-down arrow and select the correct version of your router. To learn how to check the hardware version, click here. - Linksys WRT160N | Firmware Upgrade - Page 24
5: Click Download under Firmware to download the latest firmware of your router. NOTE: If the current firmware version of your router matches the one found online, upgrading is not necessary. Step 6: Click Save in the File Download dialog box that appears, choose an accessible directory such as the - Linksys WRT160N | Firmware Upgrade - Page 25
NOTE: Image may vary depending on the operating system of your computer. If you're using a Mac computer, click Download in the dialogue box that appears. Once the download has been completed, click the red button to close the Downloads window. - Linksys WRT160N | Firmware Upgrade - Page 26
of reconfiguration. However, firmware upgrades sometimes include added functionalities which might mess up the settings once restored from a backup. In case this happens, you might have to manually reconfigure the router. Performing the Upgrade Step 1: Access the router's web-based setup page. Step - Linksys WRT160N | Firmware Upgrade - Page 27
Step 3: Click the Firmware Upgrade sub-tab then click the Browse button. Step 4: Locate the firmware then click Open. - Linksys WRT160N | Firmware Upgrade - Page 28
Refer to the following image for Mac OS: Step 5: Click the Upgrade button. - Linksys WRT160N | Firmware Upgrade - Page 29
Step 6: When the upgrade is complete, the following message will appear. Click on Continue. - Linksys WRT160N | Firmware Upgrade - Page 30
Completing the firmware upgrade Step 1: Close Internet Explorer or Safari. Step 2: Press and hold the Reset button of your router for 10 seconds. NOTE: If the image of your router is different from the one shown above, consult your router documentation for the location of the reset button. Step 3:
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Router Firmware Upgrade
Contents
Linksys
CHECKING THE FIRMWARE VERSION OF YOUR ROUTER
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DOWNLOADING THE FIRMWARE
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5
TAKING NOTE OF YOUR CURRENT SETTINGS
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PERFORMING THE UPGRADE
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COMPLETING THE FIRMWARE UPGRADE
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Valet
CHECKING THE FIRMWARE VERSION OF YOUR ROUTER
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DOWNLOADING THE FIRMWARE
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TAKING NOTE OF YOUR CURRENT SETTINGS
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PERFORMING THE UPGRADE
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COMPLETING THE FIRMWARE UPGRADE
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Dealing with a Zipped File Format
CHECKING THE FIRMWARE VERSION OF YOUR ROUTER
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DOWNLOADING THE FIRMWARE
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TAKING NOTE OF YOUR CURRENT SETTINGS
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PERFORMING THE UPGRADE
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COMPLETING THE FIRMWARE UPGRADE
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Firmware updates are regularly posted on the Cisco website.
These updates may include bug fixes and functionality
enhancements to the router.
If you are experiencing problems with your router, you may upgrade or re-flash the
firmware to fix them.
IMPORTANT:
Before proceeding with the upgrade, your computer must have an active Internet connection.
It is
strongly
recommended that you use a wired computer when upgrading the router’s firmware.
It is also important for you to determine the model number of your router to identify which set of instructions will be
suitable for your concern.
For instructions on getting your router’s model number, click
here
.
Below is the list of
wired and wireless routers with their corresponding firmware file format:
Model
Number
Product Description
Format
Section
BEFSR11
EtherFast® Cable/DSL Router
.bin
Linksys