Firmwares DIR-300. Step-by-step instruction

Despite the fact that the firmware DIR-300 does not have so many differences from previous versions of this device, users often ask questions about where to download such firmware, and also how to use the updated web interface correctly. However, in fact, it is enough to learn the extremely simple instruction, and then you can do all the procedures completely independently.

Next, we'll look at how to properly download the latest DIR-300 firmware.

How to download?

It should be noted immediately that this instruction is relevant only for those routers that have the inscription H / W: D1 on the label below. In other cases, you need other firmware DIR-300.

Before starting the installation of the software, you should download the firmware file from the official website. On the site itself you will need to go to the pub-Router-DIR-300-Firmware folder. You should pay attention to the fact that in this folder there are several directories under this name, which differ from one another underlining. In the event that you bought your router in 2015 or made even a later purchase, then you will need to select the firmware DIR-300 with the end of "A_D1".

This folder contains the latest firmware versions for the corresponding router. As of January 2015, the latest version is 2.5.11.

Preparation

If you have not yet connected your own router, and have not previously engaged in similar procedures, you should perform a certain set of work before flashing the DIR-300 router :

• Connect the router cable to the computer. In the majority of cases, this cable is present in the starting configuration of the device. One end of the wire is connected to the network card of the computer, while the other end is connected to the LAN 1 connector on the router itself. In the event that your computer does not have a network port, you must connect this device via Wi-Fi.
• Connect the power to the router. In the event that you intend to flash the DIR-300 router through a wireless connection, then in a certain time there will be a network DIR-300, in which no password protection will be installed, and you will need to connect to it.
• Start any browser convenient for you, then in the address bar type 192.186.0.1. In the event that this page does not open, you should check that in the characteristics of the connection you are using, in the "TCP / IP Properties" section there is a check mark next to "Obtain IP and DNS automatically".
• When you are asked for a login and password, you will need to enter admin. It is worth noting the fact that when you first enter, most likely you will be asked to change the default password, and if you still decide to change it, do not forget it, because then the configuration will be blocked for you in the DIR-300 router. If the password does not fit, then in that case you or someone else has already changed it before. In this case, it is recommended to completely reset the router's starting characteristics with the Reset button located at the rear of the device. After this, the DIR-300 must again be configured.

If all the above procedures are successful, then in that case you can immediately proceed to the next part.

Firmware

Depending on what is currently the firmware version present on your device, after logging in you will display one of the interface options. Pay attention to this point.

Gray interface

The gray background of the interface is typical for firmware versions 1.0.11 or 1.0.4., And in this case you should do the following:

• Go to the category "Advanced settings" on the button at the bottom of the screen. If necessary, you should switch the language using the Language button at the top of the page.
• In the column "System" press the double arrow to the right, and then select the item "Software update".
• Select the firmware file you need, which was downloaded earlier from the official site.
• Click Update.

Then you will need to wait a certain time before installing the firmware on your "Wai Fay" DIR-300. If it seemed to you that everything was completely hanging or if the page is in the "Do not respond" state, do not be surprised, this point will be considered in more detail later.

White interface

The white interface is typical for firmware version 2.5.4 or 2.5.11, as well as for subsequent versions. In this case, you will need to do the following work to update:

• On the left side of the menu, select "System", then click on "Software Update". Do not forget that if necessary or to provide greater convenience of working with the interface, you can switch its language by the corresponding button at the top of the screen.
• Go to the "Local Update" section, click on the "Browse" button and look for the firmware file that you downloaded earlier.
• Click the "Update" button.

Within a short period of time your DIR-300 will be updated, the Wi-Fi connection will be completed and you will be able to use the Internet.

What if everything was hanging?

If during the installation of the update it seemed to you that the device was completely hanging because the progress bar is constantly moving in the browser or if it simply shows that the page is inaccessible, this situation occurs because during the software update the computer is completely lost from the router . Thus, you will have to wait for one or two minutes, then reconnect to this device and enter the settings to see that the firmware has been updated normally.

If you have experience in setting up routers from this manufacturer, you can proceed to determine the device parameters on your computer, since the same principles are used in the DIR-300. Instruction for those who do not have experience in such a selection of configurations, is below.

How is the setting carried out?

Despite the views of many users, in fact, there is nothing difficult in properly configuring the router. To do this, you will need literally 10 minutes of free time and a competent approach to the matter.

How to connect?

Initially, you need, respectively, to connect the device to the network itself. To do this, you will need to plug in the yellow Internet port of the cable of your ISP that was provided to you during the installation process, and connect one of the LAN connectors to the network card of your computer. It is worth noting the fact that the most convenient is the wired configuration of the DIR-300. WRT firmware and other variations, of course, allow you to carry out firmware even in wireless mode via a tablet or phone, but still it will be the wired mode that is most convenient among all existing ones. Now connect the router to the socket, but do not rush to try to connect through it to the Internet from various wireless devices.

If you have any kind of set-top box, then you can also connect it to one of the LAN ports, but experts recommend that you do this after the final setup of the equipment, as in some situations the prefix greatly hinders the normal setting.

How do I enter the settings?

It should be noted right away that a common mistake of modern users is that the network is actively connected during the setting process on the computer both during setup and after it. You must first completely break the current connection, if it is running on your laptop or personal computer, and then not connect it smoothly until the moment when the setting is completely completed. Router will independently establish communication, and also carry out "distribution" of the Internet on all kinds of gadgets.

Now start a browser and enter 192.168.0.1 in the address bar. You will see a window in which you will be asked for a password and login, while in both fields you should enter the word "admin". This password and login is the default in the standard web interface of this router.

What if I do not go?

If after entering this data the system again sends you to the input page, it means that someone tried to change the settings of the router, and, in particular, changed the standard password, as it is asked to change it at the first login. It happens that it does not work, and in that case it will be necessary to reset the device to the standard settings. To do this, you need to press the Reset button located on the back of the case, and not just push it but hold it for 15-20 seconds while the router is connected to the network.

How to setup?

After entering the login and password, you will see the main page of the interface of your router, on which all settings are present, and where we previously carried out the update of the DIR-300. At the bottom of the page you will need to click "Advanced Settings", and if necessary, change the original language of the interface.

After that, go to the "Network" and select the paragraph WAN. Now you should see a list of connections, where you will see the only active, which you need to open. Its parameters should be as follows:

• Type of connection - "Dynamic IP + L2TP";
• Name - can remain standard, but often users prefer to enter something more convenient (this does not affect the functionality of the installed equipment);
• User name - here it will be necessary to enter your individual Internet login (for example, for the Beeline network, it usually starts from 0891);
• Password and confirmation - again, the password is entered from the Internet in order to gain access to the network;
• Address of the VPN server - check with your service provider's service center.

All the other parameters experts recommend leaving the default and do not try to change them in the event that you are not a qualified specialist. Now you can click the "Change" button, then you will be thrown back to the page with a full list of available connections. After that, you should pay attention to the indicator located in the upper right part of the screen - you need to click on it and select the "Save" item, which will completely save the settings in the memory of the router so that they will not be reset afterwards in case of power failure.

In the event that you enter all the relevant information correctly, and at the same time there are no active L2TP connections on the computer itself, with the next update of the browser page you will find that you have a configured Internet connection and have access to the Internet. Now it remains only to configure the basic security settings, more precisely, put some complicated password of the DIR-300 router.

As a password it is recommended to install some really complex combination so that no one can connect to your internet from the outside. You can use random password generators or simply create your own combination of numbers and letters.