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•
Ping
is used to test the connectivity between the router and the tested host,
and measure the round-trip time.
•
Traceroute
is used to display the route (path) your router has passed to reach
the tested host, and measure transit delays of packets across an internet
Protocol network.
3 ) Enter the
Target IP Address/Domain Name
of the tested host. You can change
the default test options if necessary.
4 ) Click
Start
to begin the diagnostics, and you will find the test results in the gray
box.
11. 3. Update the Firmware
TP-Link is dedicated to improving product features, giving you a better network
experience.
We will inform you through the web management page if there’s any update firmware
available for your router. The latest firmware can also be downloaded from the
Support
page of our website
www.tp-link.com
for free.
Note:
1. Make sure that you have a stable connection between the router and your computer. It is NOT recommended to
upgrade the firmware wirelessly.
2. Back up your router configuration before upgrading the firmware.
3. DO NOT turn off the router during the firmware upgrade.
You can follow the steps below to manually update the firmware.
1. Download the latest firmware file for the router from our website
www.tp-link.com
.
2. Visit
http://tplinkwifi.net
, and log in with the password you set for the router.
3. Go to
Advanced
>
System Tools
>
Firmware Upgrade
.
4. Focus on the
Device Information
section. Make sure the downloaded firmware file
matches with the
Hardware Version
.
5. Focus on the
Local Upgrade
section. Click
Browse
to locate the downloaded new
firmware file, and click
Upgrade
.
6. Wait a few minutes for the upgrading and rebooting.