Firmware Restoration - Asus RT-N10U User Manual

Firmware Restoration

Firmware Restoration is used on an ASUS Wireless Router after a failed firmware
upgrade. This utility uploads a firmware file to the wireless router. The process takes
about three to four minutes.
Launch rescue mode before using the Firmware Restoration utility.
To launch rescue mode and use the Firmware Restoration utility:
1. Unplug the wireless router from its power source.
. While holding down the Reset button at the back of the wireless router, plug the
wireless router into a power source. Release the Reset button when the Power
LED at the front panel begins to flash slowly, which indicates that the wireless
router is in rescue mode.
. Use the following to set up your TCP/IP settings:
IP address: 19.168.1.x
Subnet mask: 55.55.55.0
. From your computer's desktop, click
Start > All Programs > ASUS Utility RT-N10U Wireless Router > Firmware
Restoration.
5. Click Browse to navigate to a firmware file, then click Upload.
The Firmware Restoration utility is not used to upgrade the firmware of a working ASUS Wireless
Router. Normal firmware upgrades must be done through the web GUI. Refer to Upgrading the
firmware on page  for more details.
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