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firmware_basics_procedures [2023/12/14 08:34] – fix typo - Asus RT-AC1900U is correct m_ars | firmware_basics_procedures [2024/05/21 06:49] (current) – hint to select windows 10 to find the firmware restoration utility jamjax | ||
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- Download and install Asus Firmware Restoration from the Asus website | - Download and install Asus Firmware Restoration from the Asus website | ||
- In the Support section of the Asus website, find your router/ | - In the Support section of the Asus website, find your router/ | ||
- | - Click " | + | - Click " |
- Find and download the latest version of the Firmware Restoration utility. | - Find and download the latest version of the Firmware Restoration utility. | ||
- Install the Firmware Restoration utility. \\ \\ | - Install the Firmware Restoration utility. \\ \\ | ||
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==== Broadcom CFE miniWebserver Method ==== | ==== Broadcom CFE miniWebserver Method ==== | ||
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+ | Modern routers use CFE (Common Firmware Environment) for bootstrapping. | ||
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+ | For a subset of Broadcom devices, CFE has been preset to run the convenient miniWeb server interface (shown in the image above). CFE allows you to install any compatible firmware on your device, making the router largely " | ||
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+ | When CFE loads, it sets the router' | ||
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+ | If you already have Freshtomato on your device, you can change the CFE timeout setting by adjusting the// Boot Wait Time// parameter in the [[advanced-misc|Miscellaneous]] menu. | ||
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+ | CFE can also be accessed by using a console/ | ||
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- In a web browser, enter: 192.168.1.1 . Enter Username: " | - In a web browser, enter: 192.168.1.1 . Enter Username: " | ||
- If this fails: | - If this fails: | ||
+ | - In some initial firmware releases, the username is " | ||
- Use a private browser (incognito) window. | - Use a private browser (incognito) window. | ||
- Clear the browser cache. | - Clear the browser cache. |