Router Administrator

How to update the router firmware

Firmware is the software that is installed on the hardware to make it work and decide how tasks will be performed according to the user. In addition, firmware is responsible for new functions, allowing manufacturers to add features to their products.

Keeping firmware up to date is the best way to ensure that hardware is operating at peak performance. WiFi routers also have firmware, and keeping it up to date is recommended.

Newer routers are now configured to update automatically, so the user does not have to worry about it. However, some older routers still require manual updates.

To upgrade the router firmware, you need to download the firmware file from the manufacturer’s website to obtain an upgrade file compatible with your router. This file can be used to update the router firmware from the router settings.

Updating firmware on routers of different brands

NetGear

To update the NetGear router firmware, follow these steps:

  • Open your preferred browser and visit http://www.routerlogin.net.
  • Log in with your username and password (if you use the default credentials, use “admin” as username and “password” as password).
  • Go to the router settings, then to “Advanced” and “Administration”.
  • Look for the “Firmware Update” or “Router Update” option and select it.
  • Click “Check for updates” and the router will check to see if any updates are available. If there is, you will be prompted to download it.
  • Start the download to update your router and do not interrupt the process. Do not close your browser or perform any tasks that may interfere with the process.
  • Once the upgrade is complete (which may take 5-10 minutes), the router will reboot.

Manual firmware upgrade

If you prefer to update the firmware manually, follow these steps:

  • Open the NETGEAR Download Center and type in the model name of your router to find and download the latest firmware.
  • Log in with your username and password (if you use the default credentials, use “admin” as username and “password” as password).
  • Go to the router settings, then to “Advanced” and “Administration”.
  • Look for the “Firmware Update” or “Router Update” option and select it.
  • Select the file you downloaded and let the update process proceed.

Other router brands and how to update the firmware

In addition to NetGear, there are other popular router brands such as ASUS, Belkin, Linksys, Cisco, TP-Link and D-Link. Here is some useful information on how to update the firmware for these brands:

ASUS

To update your ASUS router firmware, follow these steps:

  • Visit the ASUS support website (https://www.asus.com/support/) and search for your router model.
  • Go to the “Drivers and Tools” section and select the latest firmware version.
  • Download the firmware file to your computer.
  • Log in to the administration interface of your ASUS router (usually accessible via http://router.asus.com).
  • Go to “Administration” and then to “Firmware Update”.
  • Select “Upload” and browse for the previously downloaded firmware file.
  • Click “Upload” and wait for the update to complete. Do not turn off the router or close the browser window during the process.
  • The router will restart automatically once the update is complete.

Belkin

To update your Belkin router firmware, follow these steps:

  • Visit the Belkin support website (https://www.belkin.com/es/support/) and search for your router model.
  • Download the latest firmware file to your computer.
  • Log in to the administration interface of your Belkin router (usually accessible via http://192.168.2.1).
  • Go to “Utilities” and then to “Update firmware”.
  • Click “Browse” and select the previously downloaded firmware file.
  • Click “Update” and wait for the update to complete. Do not turn off the router or close the browser window during the process.
  • The router will restart automatically once the upgrade is complete.

Linksys

To update your Linksys router firmware, follow these steps:

  • Visit the Linksys support website (https://www.linksys.com/es/support/) and search for your router model.
  • Download the latest firmware file to your computer.
  • Log in to the management interface of your Linksys router (usually accessible via http://192.168.1.1).
  • Go to “Administration” and then to “Firmware Update”.
  • Click “Browse” and select the previously downloaded firmware file.
  • Click “Start Update” and wait for the update to complete. Do not turn off the router or close the browser window during the process.
  • The router will restart automatically once the upgrade is complete.

Cisco

To upgrade your Cisco router firmware, follow these steps:

  • Visit the Cisco support website (https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/support/index.html) and search for your router model.
  • Download the latest firmware file to your computer.
  • Log in to the administration interface of your Cisco router (usually accessible via http://192.168.1.1).
  • Go to “Administration” and then to “Firmware Update”.
  • Click “Browse” and select the previously downloaded firmware file.
  • Click “Update” and wait for the update to complete. Do not turn off the router or close the browser window during the process.
  • The router will automatically reboot after the upgrade is complete.

TP-Link

To update your TP-Link router firmware, follow these steps:

  • Visit the TP-Link support website (https://www.tp-link.com/es/support/) and search for your router model.
  • Download the latest firmware file to your computer.
  • Log in to the administration interface of your TP-Link router (usually accessible via http://192.168.0.1 or http://tplinkwifi.net).
  • Go to “Advanced System” and then “Firmware Update”.
  • Click “Choose file” and select the previously downloaded firmware file.
  • Click “Update” and wait for the update to complete. Do not turn off the router or close the browser window during the process.
  • The router will restart automatically once the upgrade is complete.

D-Link

To update your D-Link router firmware, follow these steps:

  • Visit the D-Link support website (https://www.dlink.com/es/es/support) and search for your router model.
  • Download the latest firmware file to your computer.
  • Log in to the administration interface of your D-Link router (usually accessible via http://192.168.0.1 or http://dlinkrouter.local).
  • Go to “Tools” or “Advanced Settings” and then “Firmware Update”.
  • Click “Browse” or “Choose file” and select the previously downloaded firmware file.
  • Click “Update” and wait for the update to complete. Do not turn off the router or close the browser window during the process.
  • The router will restart automatically once the upgrade is complete.