NETGEAR WNR500 User Manual page 14

– The Checking for Firmware Updates screen appears unless you previously cleared the
Check for Updated Firmware Upon Log-in check box.
Figure 1-2
This message displays if the router discovers that new firmware is available. (If no new
firmware is available, the router will proceed to the router status screen.)
Figure 1-3
– To automatically update to the new firmware, click Yes to allow the router to download
and install the new firmware file from NETGEAR.
Warning: When uploading firmware to the WNR500 router, do not interrupt the
The update process typically takes about 1 minute. When the upload is complete, your router
automatically restarts.
3. If there is no new firmware, the login will take you to the Basic Settings screen displayed here.
Configuring Basic Connectivity
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Web browser by closing the window, clicking a link, or loading a new
page. If the browser is interrupted, it could corrupt the firmware.
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