Upgrade the Firmware, Automatic Firmware Check | NETGEAR WNDR4000

N750 Wireless Dual Band Gigabit Router WNDR4000 User Manual

Upgrade the Firmware

The wireless router firmware (routing software) is stored in flash memory. By default, when you log in to your wireless router, it checks the NETGEAR website for new firmware and alerts you if there is a newer version.

WARNING!

When uploading firmware to the wireless 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.

Automatic Firmware Check

When automatic firmware checking is on, the wireless router performs the check and notifies you if an upgrade is available or not as shown here.

1.Click Yes to allow the wireless router to download and install the new firmware. The upgrade process could take a few minutes. When the upload is complete, your wireless router restarts.

2.Go to the WNDR4000 support page at http://www.netgear.com/support. and read the new firmware release notes to determine whether you need to reconfigure the wireless router after upgrading.

Note: If you get a “Firmware needs to be reloaded” message, it means that a problem has been detected with the wireless router’s firmware. Follow the prompts to correct the problem, or see Incorrect Date or Time on page 92 for a description of the steps.

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NETGEAR WNDR4000, N750 user manual Upgrade the Firmware, Automatic Firmware Check

Contents

N750 Wireless Dual Band Gigabit Router WNDR4000 Statement of Conditions Technical SupportTrademarks Contents Content Filtering Settings Advanced Settings Appendix a Supplemental Information Hardware Setup Front Panel Unpack Your Wireless RouterHardware Features Icon Description Back Panel Label Position Your Router Router Stand Cable Your Router Disconnect the modem from your computer Verify the Cabling Connect the modem to the router Hardware Setup Set Up Your Internet Connection Replace an Existing Router Wireless Router Setup PreparationUse Standard TCP/IP Properties for Dhcp Gather ISP Information Log In to the Router Upgrade Firmware Router Interface Setup Wizard Manual Setup Basic Settings ISP does not require login ISP does require login Internet Service Provider Domain Name and MAC Address Fields Internet IP Address Change Password Unsuccessful Internet Connection Log Out Manually Types of LoginsTo change the password Wireless Settings Turn Off Wireless Connectivity Wireless Security CompatibilityWireless Security Options Security Basics Add Clients Computers or Devices to Your Network Disable Ssid BroadcastRestrict Access by MAC Address Manual Method Wi-Fi Protected Setup WPS Method WPS Button Method Wireless Settings Screen Consider Every Device on Your Network View or Change Wireless Settings To view or change wireless settings Wireless Settings Screen Fields Region To set up a wireless guest network Wireless Guest NetworksSet Up WPA Security Option and Passphrase Wireless Settings Content Filtering Settings Logs Activation and Administration Examples of Log Messages Keyword Blocking of Http Traffic Delete Keyword or Domain Specify a Trusted Computer Block ServicesTo block access to Internet services Content Filtering Settings Set the Time Zone Schedule Services Turn On Security Event Email Notification Port Forwarding Service Add a Custom ServiceTo configure port forwarding to a local server Select Advanced Port Forwarding/Port Triggering To make a local Web server public To add a custom serviceApplication Example Making a Local Web Server Public To set up port triggering Port Triggering Clear the Disable Port Triggering check box Content Filtering Settings Network Maintenance Upgrade the Firmware Automatic Firmware Check Clear the Check for Updated Firmware Upon Log-in check box Manually Check for Firmware UpgradesTo turn off the automatic firmware check at login Stop the Automatic Firmware Check Manage the Configuration File Back Up View Router Status RestoreInternet Port Settings Erase Show Statistics Wireless PortLAN Port Local Ports Connection Status Port View Attached Devices USB Storage Share Photos within Your Home Network USB Drive RequirementsFile-Sharing Scenarios USB Storage Basic Settings Share Large Files with FTP over the Internet Basic Settings Screen Fields and Buttons Edit a Network Folder USB Storage Advanced Settings Access Method Unmount a USB Drive Create a Network Folder Select the Allow only approved devices check box Approved USB DevicesConnect to the USB Drive from a Remote Computer Select Maintenance Router Status Connect to the USB Drive with Microsoft Network SettingsAccess the Modem Router’s USB Drive Remotely with FTP Locate the Internet Port IP Address Configuring Windows 98SE and Windows ME Advanced Settings WAN Setup Default DMZ Server To assign a computer or server to be a default DMZ server Dynamic DNS To set up Dynamic DNSSelect the Use a Dynamic DNS Service check box LAN IP address LAN SetupTo change the LAN settings To reserve an IP address LAN Setup Screen SettingsIP Address Reservation To edit or delete a reserved address entry Quality of Service QoS QoS for Internet Access Advanced Wireless Settings To view or change advanced wireless settings Wireless Card Access List Wireless Advanced Settings 2.4 GHz and 5 GHzWPS Settings Remote Management Access To configure your router for remote management Select the Turn Remote Management On check box Static Routes Static Route Example Add a Static Route Universal Plug and Play IPv6 Traffic Meter To monitor traffic on your wireless router Advanced USB Settings Wireless Bridging and Repeating Networks Advanced Settings Set Up a Repeater with Wireless Client Association To set up a repeater with wireless client association Advanced Settings Troubleshooting Quick Tips Power LEDWireless Settings Sequence to Restart Your Network Power LED Is Off or Blinking Troubleshooting with the LEDsNetwork Settings LEDs Never Turn Off Internet or Ethernet Port LEDs Are Off Cannot Log In to the Wireless RouterWireless LED Is Off Cannot Access the Internet To check the WAN IP address Changes Not Saved Incorrect Date or Time Wireless Signal Strength Wireless ConnectivityRestoring the Factory Settings and Password Factory Settings Feature Default Behavior DMZ Technical Specifications WNDR4000 Router Specifications Europe EU Declaration of Conformity Netgear Dual Band WirelessRegulatory Compliance Information 1999/5/ΕΚ FCC Requirements for Operation in the United States FCC Information to User Important Note Radiation Exposure Statement FCC CautionIndustry Canada Avertissement Index Index TCP/IP Wireless security 26 wireless security options