Upgrade The Firmware Over A Tftp Server - NETGEAR WAC720 Reference Manual

ProSAFE Dual-Band Wireless AC Access Points WAC720 and WAC730
During the upgrade process, the wireless access point automatically restarts. The
upgrade process typically takes several minutes. When the Test LED turns off, wait a few
more seconds before doing anything with the wireless access point.
7. Verify that the new software file was installed by selecting Monitoring > System.
The System page displays. The firmware version is shown in the Access Point
Information section of the page.

Upgrade the Firmware Over a TFTP Server

To use this method, you need access to a TFTP server.
To use a TFTP server to upgrade the wireless access point firmware:
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1. Download the new software file from the NETGEAR website and save it to your hard
disk.
2. Place the software file in your TFTP server location.
3. If available, read the release notes before upgrading the software.
4. Select Maintenance > Upgrade > Firmware Upgrade TFTP.
5. Specify the following information:
• Firmware File Name. The name of the software file.
• TFTP Server IP. The IP address of your TFTP server.
6. Click the Apply button to initiate the upgrade process.
During the upgrade process, the wireless access point automatically restarts. The
upgrade process typically takes several minutes. When the Test LED turns off, wait a few
more seconds before doing anything with the wireless access point.
7. Verify that the new software file was installed by selecting Monitoring > System.
The System page displays. The firmware version is shown in the Access Point
Information section of the page.
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