The firmware on your D-Link router is stored on a built-in flash chip and is responsible for the functionality of your device. The firmware supplies the information your computer and networked devices uses for operability and communication. Elements such as the onscreen configuration panel and port forwarding instructions all rely on the device's firmware. D-Link occasionally may provide an update for your device. Updates are usually released to improve features and patch any bugs that were not accounted for during development. You can perform a firmware upgrade within the router's configuration page.
Step 1
Download the firmware package from the D-Link support section. Save the file to your hard drive with a name you will remember.
Step 2
Open your browser and type "192.168.0.1" in the address bar, then press "Enter." If you receive a "Page cannot be displayed" error, type "192.168.1.1" and press "Enter."
Depending on your model, a dialog box may prompt you for a user name and password. Most modes use the word "admin" for both the user name and password. Click the "OK" button to log in.
Step 3
Click the "Tools" tab at the top of the page. This displays a list of settings on the left pane.
Step 4
Click the "Firmware" link on the left pane. This displays the "Firmware Upgrade" information in the center of the screen.
Step 5
Click the "Browse" button. This opens a dialog box containing a file browser. Navigate to the firmware package and click "Open." This takes you back to the "Firmware Upgrade" screen.
Step 6
Click the "Save Settings" button to begin the automated installation.
