Update the Firmware of the Modem
The modem firmware is stored in flash memory.
You can check to see if new firmware is available and update the modem to the new firmware.You can also
visit the NETGEAR support website, download the firmware manually, and update the modem to the new
firmware.
Check for New Firmware and Update the Modem
For you to check for new firmware, the modem must be connected to the Internet.
To check for new firmware and update your modem:
1. Launch a web browser from a computer that is connected to the network.
2. Enter http://www.routerlogin.net.
A login window opens.
3. Enter the modem user name and password.
The user name is admin.The default password is password.The user name and password are
case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
4. Select ADVANCED > Administration > Firmware Upgrade.
The Firmware Upgrade page displays.
5. Click the Check button.
The modem detects new firmware if any is available and displays a message asking if you want to
download and install it.
6. To download and install the new firmware, click the Yes button.
The modem locates the firmware, downloads it, and begins the update.
WARNING:
To avoid the risk of corrupting the firmware, do not interrupt the update. For
example, do not close the browser, click a link, or load a new page. Do not
turn off the modem.Wait until the modem finishes restarting and the Power
LED turns solid green.
A progress bar shows the progress of the firmware upload process.The firmware upload process takes
several minutes.When the upload is complete, your modem restarts.
7. Verify that the modem runs the new firmware version:
a. Launch a web browser from a computer that is connected to the network.
b. Enter http://www.routerlogin.net.
A login window opens.
c. Enter the modem user name and password.
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