# How to update firmware manually on DWR-M930

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Visit support site and look for the latest firmware version of your specific router model\
and download the file on your computer. <https://support.dlink.com/globaldirectory.aspx>

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### Connect your PC to the DWR-M930 router either via Wi-Fi or using an ethernet cable.

Note: To avoid disruption during the firmware upgrade, it is advised that you use a wired\
connection.
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Access the router’s web interface by entering its IP address into a web browser on the\
address bar <http://192.168.0.1> then press enter.

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The page will be prompted to enter a username and password. The default username\
and the default password are:\
**Username**: admin\
**Password**: (as printed on the device label bottom of the router)

<mark style="color:$primary;">Note: If you have changed the password and cannot remember it, you will need to reset</mark>\ <mark style="color:$primary;">the router to factory defaults.</mark>
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Once logged in, click **‘Management’** at the top of the page then **‘Upgrade Firmware’** on\
the left side

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### Click “Select File” Under Local Upgrade

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Please make sure to back up your settings before performing a firmware upgrade. Go to\
the **‘Management’** tab at the top of the page then **‘System Settings’** on the left-hand\
side. Click on **‘Save’** and you will be prompted to save the settings file to your computer.\
(Optional but recommended)

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Go to the **Management** tab then **Upgrade Firmware**. Click on **Select File** and select\
the firmware file from your computer (file format .bin) then **Upload**

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Once done, you can either restore your configuration, simply go to the **Management** tab > **System Settings**, then **Select File** button and select your configuration backup file. Once selected, click **Upload**, or if you did not choose this option, make sure to factory reset and reconfigure the router.

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