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Update your home router

It uses firmware supported by its manufacturer.

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Done when

It uses firmware supported by its manufacturer.

It uses firmware supported by its manufacturer.

Who this is for

Router owners or administrators; ask the ISP about supplied equipment.

Why this matters

You check maintenance of the network device's software.

How to do it

Guidance compiled from the references below; follow the applicability notes for this item.

  1. Check model and firmware version.
  2. Read the maker's update instructions or ask the ISP.
  3. Update with stable power as directed and verify the new version.

Evidence and references

Last reviewed: · Version 2