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tdunham
Tutor
Feb 15, 2020
Solved

Firmware Check Error

I am using the app, and unable to update my firmware. Bought the router new 6 mos ago, and haven't been able to run an update, so I'm still on 1.02.46. Any advice on how to get the update functioning...
  • microchip8's avatar
    microchip8
    Feb 15, 2020

    Updates are always recommended over a wired connection using the WebGUI at http://192.168.1.1 - do not use crappy apps and certainnly no wifi either. Firmware updates are delicate processes. The tiniest interruption and you end up with a bricked router

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labatt
Mentor
Feb 15, 2020

Just FYI. The app update process is a good way to soft brick the router. Then have to go through the pain of a tftp process so do not do it.

Best way, is read the user manual and do a manual update which is connect a PC/MAC to the  router via Ethernet connection. 

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microchip8
Master
Feb 15, 2020

Updates are always recommended over a wired connection using the WebGUI at http://192.168.1.1 - do not use crappy apps and certainnly no wifi either. Firmware updates are delicate processes. The tiniest interruption and you end up with a bricked router