How to Update Firmware via USB

How to Update Firmware via USB

Prerequisites

  1. Device with USB update support
  2. USB flash drive (FAT32 formatted)
  3. Key file for authentication
  4. Latest firmware file
  5. Device access for initial setup

Device Preparation

Enable USB Update Feature

  1. Access device web interface
  2. Navigate to Interface > USB
  3. Ensure "Enable Automatic Update" is ON
  4. Save configuration

Generate Authentication Key

  1. Navigate to Interface > USB > Key
  2. Click "Generate and Download Key"
  3. Save the key file
  4. Note: The same key can be used for devices of the same series with identical credentials

USB Drive Preparation

Required Structure

USB_DRIVE/
├── key
└── router/
    ├── firmware.ruf
    └── config.xml

Update Process

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Insert prepared USB drive into the device
  2. Power on the device
  3. Wait for RUN LED status:
  4. Wait until LED becomes solid ON
  5. Ensure LED is not blinking
  6. This may take approximately 10 minutes
      4. Complete the update:
  1. Remove USB drive
  2. Power cycle the device (turn off/on)

Important Notes

  1. Total process duration: approximately 10 minutes
  2. Do not interrupt the process while RUN LED is blinking
  3. Ensure the device remains powered during the entire update
  4. Keep the USB drive inserted until the RUN LED becomes solid

Troubleshooting

If the update fails:
  1. Verify USB drive format (must be FAT32)
  2. Confirm the correct file structure
  3. Validate key file matches device credentials
  4. Ensure the firmware file is not corrupted

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