> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://support.dlink.com.sg/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://support.dlink.com.sg/consumer/wi-fi-router/dir-880l/faqs/how-to-upgrade-the-firmware.md).

# How to upgrade the firmware

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Open an Internet browser (such as Internet Explorer) and enter <http://dlinkrouter.local\\>
or <http://192.168.0.1> into the address bar.

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Enter the password for your Admin account in the field provided. If you have not\
changed this password from the default, leave the field blank. Click **Log In.**

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Move the cursor to the Management tab and then click Upgrade from the drop-down\
menu.

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Click the Check For New Firmware button. If the DIR-880L finds new firmware, then the\
firmware will be upgraded automatically.

**Warning:** No not turn off your router during the firmware upgrade process

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