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Chapter 4 Using Utilities

Upgrade Firmware

Selecting Upgrade Firmware in the “Utilities” screen generates the “Upgrade
Firmware” screen. Actiontec periodically posts firmware upgrades to enhance the
Router’s capabilities.
To upgrade the Router’s firmware:
1. Click the link in the “Upgrade Firmware window and download the upgrade
files to the hard drive of the computer.
2. Double-click on the upgrade file (upgrade.exe).
3. Click Start.The upgrade process begins.
Warning:Do not unplug the power cord from the Router dur-
ing the Upgrade Firmware process. Doing so may result in per-
manent damage to the Router.
4. After the upgrade is complete, unplug the power cord from the Router, then
plug it back in again.
5. When the Power LED stops flashing and glows steadily green, the Router is
fully operational.
6. Reconfigure the Router settings.