Actiontec electronic R4500U - Manual (Page 48)

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Chapter 4 Using Utilities
Upgrade Firmware
Selecting Upgrade Firmware in the “Utilities” screen generates the “Upgrade
Firmware” screen. Actiontec periodically posts firmware upgrades to enhance the
Modem’s capabilities.
To upgrade the Modem’s firmware:
1. Click the link in the “Upgrade Firmware” window and download the upgrade
files to the hard drive of the computer.
2. Double-click on the upgrade file (upgrade.exe).
3. Click Start. The upgrade process begins.
Warning: Do not unplug the power cord from the Modem dur-
ing the Upgrade Firmware process. Doing so may result in per-
manent damage to the Modem.
4. After the upgrade is complete, unplug the power cord from the Modem, then
plug it back in again.
5. When the Power LED stops flashing and glows steadily green, the Modem is
fully operational.
6. Reconfigure the Modem settings.