# How do I update firmware manually on DWR-933M Router

**FOTA (Firmware Over-The-Air) for DWR-933M** -- This router supports FOTA which means\
it automatically detect when new firmware versions are available from the D-Link servers. Once\
detected, the router downloads and installs the update in the background, ensuring the router is\
always running the latest software version. This eliminates the need for users to manually check\
for updates, improving the security, performance, and feature set of the device.

**Fallback Mechanism for Manual Updates** -- If the router fails to detect the update or there\
are issues with the automatic process, users have the option to manually upgrade their router’s\
firmware. To do so, you would need to visit the D-Link support website and choose his country at\
<https://www.dlink.com/en/change-region>, find the correct firmware for your router model, and\
download the appropriate firmware file. It’s important to ensure that the correct firmware file is\
selected, as installing incorrect firmware could cause malfunctions or even damage the device.

**Manual Firmware Update Process:**

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Visit the D-Link support page and select your country at <https://www.dlink.com/en/change-region> and look for the latest firmware version of your specific device model and download\
the file on your computer.

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### Connect your PC to the DWR-933M either via Wi-Fi or USB type C cable.

<mark style="color:$primary;">Note: To avoid disruption during the firmware upgrade, it is advised that you use a wired connection</mark>
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### Once connected, open a web browser and type in the URL bar <https://192.168.1.1>

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You will be prompted to enter the username and password to access the router’s\
settings.

Username: admin\
Password: \[device password on the label]

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<mark style="color:$primary;">Note: If you have changed the password and cannot remember it, you will need to</mark>\ <mark style="color:$primary;">perform a hard reset on the router</mark>
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### Once logged in, navigate to the More tab, then Click Upgrade from the left-hand menu

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In the Local Upgrade Section, click "Local upgrade" and pick the firmware file and locate\
the .bin or the zip file downloaded in step 1.

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Highlight the file by clicking it once then click Open. Then, click "Upload" to initiate the\
firmware update process.

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