8.2Upgrade Via FTP
Follow the steps below to upgrade the firmware version of the Hotwire 6212 Router:
STEP 1: Connect the Router to a PC using the LAN cable. Set the PC to the same subnet as the router (192.168.1.1).
STEP 2: Restore the default parameters to the Hotwire 6212 by holding down the device’s Reset button until the Power LED turns red (about 5 seconds). Alternatively, you can reboot the Hotwire 6212 by running the device software from the CD, and selecting the ERASE command from the Erase and Reboot menu.
STEP 3: Start a Windows command prompt and enter the menu where the new firmware is installed:
Example: C:\Upgrade
STEP 4: Enter the command: ftp 192.168.1.1 (router’s IP address)
STEP 5: At the USER prompt type root (small case)
STEP 6: At the Password prompt type 12345
STEP 7: After you see the message User logged in, type: bin
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