[ExpertWiFi] How to update the firmware of ExpertWiFi router? (WebGUI)
Update router firmware regularly can ensure your router has the latest security updates and in optimal condition.
You can refer to this article to update router firmware manually by using WEB GUI.
Method1: Firmware Live update through Web GUI
Method2: Upgrade firmware manually
Note: When a new firmware version contains important functional changes and bug fixes to ensure the stable operation of the router, your router will be automatically upgraded to a new version when the router is connected to the Internet.
1. Connect to the ExpertWiFi router using wired connection or wireless connection. Open your web browser and enter your router's LAN IP address or the ExpertWiFi router address http://expertwifi.net to access the ExpertWiFi Web GUI.
Enter your ExpertWiFi router username and password, then click on the Login button.
2. Go to [Setting]> [Administration]> [Firmware Upgrade]
3. Click [Check] and the router will check whether there is any new firmware released. If there is new firmware on the server, the router will automatically update to the new firmware.
4. Please do not shut down your ExpertWiFi router during the firmware download and update process.
1. Download the latest version of the firmware for your router from the ASUS Website https://www.asus.com/support/
Here takes EBM68 as an example, you can find the firmware list from the support page and download it to your computer.
2. Download the firmware file and unzip it.
3. Connect your computer to the router via cable or Wi-Fi and then access to Web GUI via router LAN IP or router URL http://expertwifi.net to the WEB GUI.
Enter your ExpertWiFi router username and password, then click on the Login button.
4. Go to [Setting]> [Administration]> [Firmware Upgrade]
5. Click upload and choose the file you just downloaded then the router will start the upgrade process.
6. Please do not shut down your ExpertWiFi router during the firmware download and update process.
FAQ
1. Do I need to restore the router to the factory default settings after updating the firmware?
It is recommended that you restore the router factory default settings after updating the firmware.
After the restore is complete, please follow instructions below to set up your router again
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2. How to troubleshoot if failed to enter router Web GUI after firmware update or the firmware update fails?
You can try to use Hard Factory Reset to reset the ExpertWiFi router: [Wireless Router] ASUS router Hard Factory Reset - Method 2
If hardware reset does not help, please try firmware restoration. [Wireless Router] How to use Rescue Mode (Firmware Restoration)
How to get the (Utility / Firmware)?
You can download the latest drivers, software, firmware and user manuals in the ASUS Download Center.
If you need more information about the ASUS Download Center, please refer to this link.