All routers -- the device you use to access the Internet -- use a type of software called firmware. Not only does firmware allow your router to provide you with Internet access, firmware also provides the graphical user interface (GUI) you use to communicate with your router. Whether it's because your router manufacturer has updated the firmware software or because your router is starting to malfunction, sometimes you need to reinstall your router's firmware. 1. Insert the Ethernet cable into your router and your computer. You can access your router through your computer's wireless card; however, since you are reinstalling your firmware, it's possible your signal may get interrupted. It's best to ensure you have a secure, consistent, uninterrupted connection.2.Turn on your computer. Launch your web browser. Navigate to your router's manufacturer's URL.3.Locate the update button at your router's manufacturer's website. You can locate this portion of the website by entering or selecting your router's make and model number or name into a search box or through a link. You may also locate this section by clicking a "Downloads" or "Service" button on the website.4.Click the "Download" button or link once you have found the appropriate download for your router's specific make and model number. You will usually be prompted by a dialog box to "Save File." Click "OK." You will be asked where you want to save the firmware on your computer. For easy access, save the firmware on your desktop. Allow your computer to download the firmware to your computer.5.Enter your router's IP address into your browser's window. This is usually either 192.168.1.1 or 192.168.0.1. Your Internet service provider should have given this information to you. Enter your username and password into the appropriate fields.6.Look for an "Advanced," "Router Upgrade" or "Maintenance" pane. On this pane, there will be an area with a window and a "Browse" button. Click the "Browse" button and select the file you downloaded in Step 4. Allow the router to communicate with your computer and access the new firmware. If presented with an "Upgrade" button or option, select it. You may be asked if you want to upgrade your firmware. Select "Yes" or "OK." The router will upload and reinstall the firmware.I hope this will help you,mhonjosie
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All routers -- the device you use to access the Internet -- use a type of software called firmware. Not only does firmware allow your router to provide you with Internet access, firmware also provides the graphical user interface (GUI) you use to communicate with your router. Whether it's because your router manufacturer has updated the firmware software or because your router is starting to malfunction, sometimes you need to reinstall your router's firmware.
1. Insert the Ethernet cable into your router and your computer. You can access your router through your computer's wireless card; however, since you are reinstalling your firmware, it's possible your signal may get interrupted. It's best to ensure you have a secure, consistent, uninterrupted connection.2.Turn on your computer. Launch your web browser. Navigate to your router's manufacturer's URL.3.Locate the update button at your router's manufacturer's website. You can locate this portion of the website by entering or selecting your router's make and model number or name into a search box or through a link. You may also locate this section by clicking a "Downloads" or "Service" button on the website.4.Click the "Download" button or link once you have found the appropriate download for your router's specific make and model number. You will usually be prompted by a dialog box to "Save File." Click "OK." You will be asked where you want to save the firmware on your computer. For easy access, save the firmware on your desktop. Allow your computer to download the firmware to your computer.5.Enter your router's IP address into your browser's window. This is usually either 192.168.1.1 or 192.168.0.1. Your Internet service provider should have given this information to you. Enter your username and password into the appropriate fields.6.Look for an "Advanced," "Router Upgrade" or "Maintenance" pane. On this pane, there will be an area with a window and a "Browse" button. Click the "Browse" button and select the file you downloaded in Step 4. Allow the router to communicate with your computer and access the new firmware. If presented with an "Upgrade" button or option, select it. You may be asked if you want to upgrade your firmware. Select "Yes" or "OK." The router will upload and reinstall the firmware.I hope this will help you,mhonjosie