Upgrading Slingbox Firmware; Updating Slingbox Firmware Automatically - Sling Media Slingbox User Manual

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Upgrading Slingbox Firmware

From time to time, there are new firmware updates available for your Slingbox. You will be
automatically prompted on SlingPlayer application (not SlingPlayer Mobile). You can also check for
updates manually.
Important: Though you have the option to upgrade Slingbox firmware remotely, we strongly
advise you do it on the same local area network where your Slingbox resides.

Updating Slingbox Firmware Automatically

Note: These instructions are for SlingPlayer for PC.
To update Slingbox firmware automatically:
1. When SlingPlayer informs you that a new version of firmware is available for your Slingbox, click
Yes.
The Slingbox Setup Wizard starts.
2. Click Next.
3. Click Browse to select an alternate location for the Firmware file.
4. Select Update the firmware now. Click Next.
The Wizard downloads the updates from the Sling Media site. You can track the progress on this
screen. The Wizard then restarts your Slingbox
5. Click Next. Click Finish.
Note: It is recommended to accept default values.
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