Belkin F5D7130 user manual Updating Firmware, Checking for a New Version of Firmware

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WAP UTILITIES

Updating Firmware

From time to time, Belkin may release new versions of the WAP’s firmware. Firmware updates contain feature improvements and fixes to problems that may have existed. When Belkin releases new firmware, you can download the firmware from the Belkin website and update your WAP’s firmware to the latest version.

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Checking for a New Version of Firmware

The “Check Firmware” (1) button allows you to instantly check for a new version of firmware. When you click the button, a new browser window will appear informing you that either no new firmware is available or that there is a new version available. If a new version is available, you will have the option to download it.

Downloading a New Version of Firmware

If you click the Check Firmware button and a new version of firmware is available, you will see a screen such as the following.

1.To download the new version of firmware, click “Download”.

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Contents Wireless Network Access Point Table of Contents Introduction Overview Key FeaturesSystem Requirements Package ContentsApplications and Advantages Specifications Front Panel Knowing Your Wireless Access PointReset Button Power JackResetting the WAP Restoring the Factory DefaultsPlacement of Your Wireless Access Point Installation Setting UP Your Wireless Computer to Configure the WAP Logging out of the WAP Configuring the WAP UsingLogging into the WAP 1Quick Navigation Links Understanding the Advanced Web-Based User InterfaceHome Button Help ButtonLAN Settings Login/Logout ButtonFeatures Version InfoWireless Mode Wireless ChannelSsid Broadcast SsidChanging the Wireless Channel Using the Wireless Mode Switch Using the Broadcast Ssid Feature Changing the Wireless Network Name SsidSetting Encryption Automatically Using a Passphrase Changing the Wireless Encryption SettingsConfiguring the Wireless Network Settings Setting Encryption Manually Using a Hexadecimal Key Configuring the Wireless Network Settings WAP Utilities Setting MAC Address FilteringRestarting the WAP Restarting the WAP to Restore Normal OperationRestoring Factory Default Setting Saving a Current Configuration Restoring a Previous Configuration WAP Utilities Downloading a New Version of Firmware Updating FirmwareChecking for a New Version of Firmware WAP Utilities Updating the WAP’s Firmware Setting or Changing the Administrator Password Changing System SettingsTroubleshooting FCC Statement InformationModifications Federal Communications Commission NoticeEurope-European Union Notice Canada- Industry Canada ICP74218