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15.3  Backup/Restore 
15.3.1  Overview 
The module enables you to backup your configuration So that you can restore the configuration after the router is 
reset.  Clicking  Backup,  the  system  generates  a  configuration  file.  If  the  router  is  restored  to  factory  settings, 
importing the configuration file can restore the router to the previous settings. 
Choose Maintenance > Backup/Restore. 
 
 
Backup: It is used to backup the current configuration of the router. 
 
Restore: It is used to restore the router to the previous settings by importing the backup configuration 
file. 
15.3.2  Steps for Backing up Configuration 
Step 1  Choose Maintenance > Backup/Restore. 
Step 2  Click Backup. 
Step 3  Follow the on-screen instructions to backup. 
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15.3.3  Steps for Restoring the Configuration 
Step 1  Choose Maintenance > Backup/Restore. 
Step 2  Click Browse… and select the file of the configuration to be restored. 
Step 3  Click Restore, and wait until the progress bar is complete. 
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15.4  Firmware Upgrade 
15.4.1  Overview 
The router supports Local Upgrade and Online Upgrade. The default type is Online  Upgrade, which allows the 
router  to automatically  check  whether  a  new  firmware  version  is  available and  display  information  about  the 
version. 
Firmware  upgrade offers the  router with  more stable performance  and new  features. To upgrade  your router, 
choose Maintenance > Firmware Upgrade.