TP-LINK TL-R4299G User Manual

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TL-R4299G
Dual-WAN SMB Broadband Router User Guide
 
 
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4.13.2  Firmware 
Choose menu “System ToolsFirmware”, you can update the latest version of firmware for the 
 
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Firmware Version - This displays the current firmware version. 
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Hardware Version - This displays the current hardware version. The hardware version of the 
upgrade file must accord with the Router’s current hardware version. 
To upgrade the router's firmware, follow these instructions below: 
Step 1:  Download a more recent firmware upgrade file from the TP-LINK website 
Step 2:  Type the path and file name of the update file into the “File” field. Or click the Browse 
button to locate the update file. 
Step 3:  Click the Upgrade button. 
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Note: 
1)  New firmware versions are posted at 
 and can be downloaded for free. If 
the router is not experiencing difficulties, there is no need to download a more recent 
firmware version, unless the version has a new feature that you want to use. 
2)  When you upgrade the router's firmware, you may lose its current configurations, so 
please back up the router’s current settings before you upgrade its firmware. 
3)  Do not turn off the router or press the Reset button while the firmware is being upgraded. 
4)  The router will reboot after the upgrading has been finished. 
4.13.3  Factory Defaults 
Choose menu “System ToolsFactory Defaults”, you can restore the configurations of the