Upgrade¶
On the left side of the web Admin Panel, go to SYSTEM -> Upgrade to update your router's firmware.
For some cellular models, you can also upgrade the module version if needed.
Note
Please keep the power on during the upgrade. Do NOT power off the router. The device will automatically reboot after upgrade, which may take a few minutes.
Firmware Upgrade¶
Online Upgrade¶
You can find the current firmware version here.
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Accept Preview Plan
If this option is enabled, you can try new features before the final version is issued and provide us with feedback. Set it once and it stays on, and you always have the option to turn it off. Note that these upgrades may not be stable. Please check What's New? for the latest firmware features.
If your router is connected to the Internet, it will check for available firmware updates.
Note: When trying to perform an online upgrade, if it displays Download Failed, please navigate to System -> Time Zone, and fix the time zone error (sync to browser).
Local Upgrade¶
Select a firmware file or drag and drop it to upgrade. You can download the firmware from our download center.
After uploaded, it will verify the firmware.
- Keep Settings: If this option is enabled, current settings will be retained and you will be prompted to reinstall any user-installed packages after the upgrade has completed. Do NOT check this option when downgrading firmware.
Click Install to upgrade.
Modem Upgrade¶
GL.iNet cellular routers allow users to upgrade the cellular modem firmware through the web Admin Panel.
You may try a cellular module upgrade when cellular networking fails or experiences instability. We recommend contacting technical support for troubleshooting before performing the modem upgrade.
Online Upgrade¶
You can find the current cellular modem version here. If your router is connected to the Internet, it will automatically check for the latest cellular modem version from the manufacturer's server, simplifying the update process.
Local Upgrade¶
Manually upload a modem firmware file from your computer to update the cellular modem if needed.
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