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--- firmware_basics_procedures [2022/02/21 20:52] – [What is Firmware and what do all those Terms Mean?] CLoneZilla is a live boot, not "for" an OS djk44883
+++ firmware_basics_procedures [2023/02/09 10:24] – [AsusWRT web GUI / Interface] Upgrade note for Asus RT-AC1900U m_ars
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 For Asus hardware, several methods/tools are available for firmware flashing.
+==== AsusWRT web GUI / Interface ====
+his way is only possible for images starting with release 2022.3 and up.
+To upgrade the firmware please log-in to the router web GUI and navigation to Advanced Settings > Administration > Firmware Upgrade tab
+At the New Firmware File field, click browse to select the FreshTomato image for your router.
+Please wait until the upgrade process is completed!
+After the upgrade process is completed, please restart the router (turn off --> turn on). Next step is to clean nvram.
+An easy way to do this is to wait until the router has fully started (usually 2-3 mins). After that, just press the reset button for at least 3 seconds. (router will erase nvram and reboot)
+**Note 1:** Starting with release 2022.3 and up the user can upgrade from AsusWRT to FreshTomato or FreshTomato to AsusWRT via GUI, both directions are possible now! (only for SDK6 mips & arm - ex. RT-N18U, RT-AC68U)
+**Note 2:** SDK7 router (RT-AC3200) and SDK714 router (like RT-AC5300, RT-AC3100) will support upgrade via GUI starting with release 2022.6
+**Note 3:** To upgrade Asus RT-AC1900U you may need to use the FreshTomato firmware image for Asus RT-AC68U.
 ==== Asus Firmware Restoration Utility Method ====
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+===== Flashing Netgear Hardware =====
+Example for R7000
+https://jayshomebrew.blogspot.com/2020/07/netgear-r7000-fresh-tomato-installation.html?m=1
+TBD.
 ===== FCC Regulation Change Affecting Wireless Routers =====
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  \\  SLATE: FCC Support for hackable routers is a win for all of us:  \\  [[https://slate.com/technology/2016/08/fcc-support-for-hackable-wireless-routers-is-a-win-for-all-of-us.html]]

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