Netgear rangemax wn802t User Manual

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Management

6. The WN802T v2 will check if the file is valid and load it in to the firmware. Once the file has 

been loaded the AP reboots.

In some cases, it may be necessary to reconfigure the wireless access point after upgrading.

You can back up your configuration settings of the NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point and 
restore the factory default settings. Once you have your wireless access point working properly, 
backing up the configured settings would be prudent should you have to perform a factory reset. 
When you backup the settings, they are saved as a file on your computer that you can access to 
restore the wireless access point’s configured settings.

To backup settings:

1. From the main menu of the browser interface, select Maintenance > Upgrade. Select Backup 

Settings from the side menu. The Backup Settings screen displays:

2. Click BACKUP to select the backup option and save your configuration settings.

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If you do not have your browser set up to save downloaded files automatically, locate 
where you want to save the file, rename it if you like, and click BACKUP.

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If you have your browser set up to save downloaded files automatically, the file will be 
automatically saved to the download location 

Warning: When uploading firmware to the WN802T v2, it is important not to 

interrupt the Web browser by closing the window, clicking a link, or 
loading a new page. If the browser is interrupted, the upload may fail, 
corrupt the software, and render the WN802T v2 inoperable.