In case you are one of those users who are just not content with the performance of their Amped wireless range extenders, then it is recommended that you upgrade the firmware of your networking device to its latest version using the setup.ampedwireless.com web address. Wondering how to go about the process? Well, know that you have nothing to worry about. In this article, we will teach you how to execute the Amped extender firmware update process in a matter of minutes. With that said, keep reading.
How to Do Amped Extender Firmware Update?
1. Supply Electricity to Extender
Start the process by plugging your Amped wireless range extender into an electrical socket and pressing the power button. In some time, the LED which is located on your networking device will glow and blink a color. To know what color it will blink, consider taking your attention to the information given in the user manual.
Pro Tip: Make sure that the wall outlet to which you have connected your networking device is not damaged from any point. Otherwise, your device will not get proper power.
2. Join the Networking Devices
The second step is to create a firm connection between the networking devices. Here, we are referring to the Amped extender and the host router. You can connect them with the aid of an Ethernet cable. It is recommended that you only make use of a non-damaged Ethernet cable for the establishment of this connection.
Pro Tip: The Ethernet ports located on the extender and the router should not be broken. Or else, using the Ethernet cable to connect the devices will not be of any use.
3. Access an Internet Browser
As soon as you become certain that you have connected the networking devices firmly, switch on your computer. What is that? Do you not have access to a computer? What about a laptop? In case you have that, then, open an internet browser on it. See to it that it is running on its upgrade version. Also, it should be clear of browsing history, and cookies.
Pro Tip: You are free to use any internet browser that you like, whether it is Google Chrome, Apple Safari, Microsoft Edge, Internet Explorer, Opera, etc.
4. Visit Setup.ampedwireless.com
Access the web address field, address bar, or URL field of your internet browser, whatever you would like to call it. Enter the default web address of the Amped wireless extender. It is setup.ampedwireless.com. Press the Enter key on your keyboard or click on the Enter button on the screen of your system.
Pro Tip: Avoid using the search bar of your internet browser to access the default web address of your Amped wireless range extender.
5. Log in to the Amped Extender
Soon you will find yourself on the Amped extender login window. It would have come with two field-like boxes located on it by the name of Username and Password. Enter the admin login credentials. Hitting Login will take you to the Amped wireless setup wizard. Go to More Settings and click on the Management button.
Pro Tip: Know that the user credentials are case-sensitive. This means that the Caps Lock key should be off while you are entering them.
6. Upgrade the Extender Firmware
You will find the Upgrade Firmware option displayed on your screen. Click on Choose File. Select the firmware file for your product. To avoid making mistakes while entering the model number, refer to the user manual of your device. Once done, select UPLOAD. The extender will reboot and your page will refresh when completed.
In this manner, the firmware of your Amped wireless range extender will get updated. You may disconnect now your networking device and begin using it normally.
Conclusion
Upgrading the firmware of your Amped wireless range extender is really important if you want it to function well. However, if not updated timely, it can also ruin the performance of your networking device. With that said, we hope that you will be able to upgrade the firmware of your extender with ease after following the guidelines given above.
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