Software Update; Command Interpreter Mode - NETGEAR RH348 Reference Manual

Software Update

Software updates are possible only through the serial cable connection. You cannot use the Telnet
Protocol to update the software version of your router. Your serial communications software must
have the ability to transfer data using the XMODEM Protocol.
Caution: This procedure deletes the existing software before installing the new
software. Do not attempt to use this menu unless you have the new software version.
To update the software:
Select Menu 24 - System Maintenance.
1.
Enter 7 to select Software Update.
2.
A message is displayed asking if you want to continue.
Press y and wait for the Debug Mode command prompt.
3.
Enter the command atur and wait.
4.
After about 30 seconds, the router displays the Starting XMODEM upload... message.
Transfer the new software file to the router using the XMODEM Protocol of your serial
5.
communications software.
Enter the command atgo to restart the router when the router displays the OK message.
6.
Note: NETGEAR recommends that you change the Manager port baud rate to 38400
before updating the software. Doing so results in an update time of 5 to 10 minutes.

Command Interpreter Mode

Select option 8 from Menu 24, Maintenance, to enter the command interpreter mode. This mode
allows you to diagnose, test, and configure your router using a script or specified set of commands.
A list of valid commands can be found by typing help at the command prompt. For more detailed
information, check the NETGEAR Web site at http://NETGEAR.baynetworks.com.
System Maintenance
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