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3.1.10 Firmware Update
Note: If the system is running properly, you do not need to update the firmware.
Before updating the system firmware, make sure the product model and firmware
version are correct. Follow the steps below to update firmware:
Step 1: Download the release notes of the firmware from the QNAP website
http://www.qnap.com
. Read the release notes carefully to make sure you need to
update the firmware.
Step 2: Download the NAS firmware and unzip the IMG file to your computer.
Step 3: Before updating the system firmware, back up all the disk data on the server
to avoid any potential data loss during the system update.
Step 4: Click “Browse” to select the correct firmware image for the system update.
Click “Update System” to update the firmware.
The system update may take tens of seconds to several minutes to complete
depending on the network connection status. Please wait patiently. The system
will inform you when the system update has completed.