Install

Step 1: Required Files

Upgrading Netopia Firmware Version 7.6 requires a Netopia firmware image file.

Background

Firmware upgrade image files are posted periodically on the Netopia website. You can download the latest operating system software for your Gateway by accessing the following URL:

http://www.netopia.com/support/resources/hdwr_option.html

Be sure to download the correct file for your particular Gateway. Different Gateway models have different firmware files. Also, be sure your ISP supports the version of firmware you want to use.

When you download your firmware upgrade from the Netopia website, be sure to download the latest User Guide PDF files. These are also posted on the Netopia website in the Docu- mentation Center.

Confirm Netopia Firmware Image Files

The Netopia firmware Image file is specific to the model and the product identification num- ber.

1.Confirm that you have received the appropriate Netopia Firmware Image file.

2.Save the Netopia Firmware image file to a convenient location on your PC.

Step 2: Netopia firmware Image File

Install the Netopia firmware Image

To install the Netopia firmware in your Netopia Gateway from the Home Page use the fol- lowing steps:

1.Open a web connection to your Netopia Gateway from the computer on your LAN.

2.Click the Install Software button on the Netopia Gateway Home page.

The Install Operating System Software window opens.

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