Using the Check for Updates button

Step 1:
Log in to your Linksys server account.  Once the web interface opens, click Connectivity.
 

NOTE:  If you don't have a Linksys server account, click here for instructions on how to access your router's settings without logging in to a Linksys server account.
 

Step 2:
Under the Firmware Update section under the Basic tab, click Check for Updates.
 

Step 3:
Once the router detects a firmware update, you will be able to download and install the firmware on your device.  Select the Click here link to upgrade.
 

NOTE:  If the No updates found message is displayed, it means that your router has the latest firmware version.
 

Step 4:
On the Update firmware pop-up box, click Yes.
 

Your router will start updating the firmware.
 

IMPORTANT:  During this process, do not power OFF the router or close the browser window to avoid corrupting the firmware of your router.
 

QUICK TIP:  In case you see a prompt to try again later, the server may be slow or not available for the moment.  Try to upgrade the router again at a later time to resolve the issue.

Step 5:
A Router Reboot screen will pop up.  Click Ok to continue.
 

NOTE:  The router reboot process usually takes a few minutes.

Step 6:
Once the firmware upgrade is complete, click Ok on the Firmware update complete screen.
 

Enabling Automatic update

Step 1:
Log in to your Linksys server account.  Once the web interface opens, click Connectivity.
 

NOTE:  If you don’t have a Linksys server account, access the router's web-based setup page by opening a web browser and entering "http://myrouter.local" or "192.168.1.1" in the Address bar and pressing [ENTER].
 

Step 2:
Under the Firmware Update section, check the box to enable the Automatic firmware update option.  Once done, click Apply to save the changes.
 

NOTE:  On the Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Routers, the automatic firmware update feature is disabled by default.

When online, the router will be able to detect available updates for you to apply on your device.
 

Step 3:
On the Update firmware pop-up box, click Yes.
 

Your router will start updating the firmware.
 

IMPORTANT:  During this process, do not power OFF the router or close the browser window to avoid corrupting the firmware of your router.
 

Step 4:
A Router Reboot screen will pop up.  Click Ok to continue.
 

Wait while the router reboots.  This usually takes a few minutes.

Step 5:
Once the firmware upgrade is complete, click Ok on the Firmware update complete screen.
 

You should now have an updated firmware on your Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Router.

QUICK TIP:  For information regarding updated drivers for a particular operating system, you may refer to the Release Notes found in the Downloads tab of your Linksys device's product page.


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