Firmware for tp link wr740n router. TL WR740N: TP Link router firmware

It is difficult for a modern user to imagine life without the Internet. To access the global network, one computer or laptop is not enough. A router is a mandatory attribute (if we are talking about wired Internet and not 3G). Such a device is controlled through software such as firmware.

It doesn't matter which router you use. The principle of operation is the same for all routers. Despite the abundance of devices, the tl wr740n has gained popularity, the firmware of which can be installed by users at home.

Where to download the firmware

The firmware for the tp link tl wr740n router can be downloaded from the official website located at “tplink.com/ru-old/”. After loading the main page of the Internet resource, you need to hover your mouse over the “Support” section. When the submenu opens, you need to click on the “Downloads” item.

After a few seconds, the downloads page will open. You need to go down to the "Wireless N Series up to 150 Mbps" section. Now you need to click on “TL-WR740N”.

The web page that opens will present several versions of firmware for tl. Before choosing a software product version, you need to see what firmware is installed on your router. This requires turning the router over and then looking at the barcode. The firmware version will be indicated next to it.

When the firmware version of the TP link is determined, you can proceed to download the software. To do this, click on the appropriate link.

At the next step, you will need to decide on the update version, as well as the localization of the firmware. Then you will need to click on the link.

It should be noted that you can download the wr740n v4 firmware completely free of charge. This also applies to other versions of the software product.

To Upgrade

IMPORTANT: To prevent upgrade failures, please read the following before proceeding with the upgrade process

• Please upgrade firmware from the local TP-Link official website of the purchase location for your TP-Link device, otherwise it will be against the warranty. Please click here to change site if necessary.
• Please verify the hardware version of your device for the firmware version. Wrong firmware upgrade may damage your device and void the warranty. （Normally V1.x=V1）How to find the hardware version on a TP-Link device?
• Do NOT turn off the power during the upgrade process, as it may cause permanent damage to the product.
• To avoid wireless disconnect issue during firmware upgrade process, it's recommended to upload firmware with wired connection unless there is no LAN/Ethernet port on your TP-Link device.
• It's recommended that users stop all Internet applications on the computer, or simply disconnect Internet line from the device before the upgrade.
• Use decompression software such as WinZIP or WinRAR to extract the file you download before the upgrade.

Preparing for flashing

Faced with the need to update a router, many users do not know how to reflash a tp router. In fact, it’s not difficult to cope with the task, but you need to prepare first. It is important to note that care must be taken not to lose power. Otherwise, a serious failure will occur, after which even an installation disk with additional utilities will not help. So, you need:

• Connect an uninterruptible power supply to the router;
• Unplug all network cables from the router, except the wire that is connected to your computer.

Before proceeding with the update, the device must be reset. This is necessary so that there is no conflict when you install the firmware. Reset can be done using the “reset button”. It is located near the ports. To press it, you need to use a needle.

To Upgrade

IMPORTANT: To prevent upgrade failures, please read the following before proceeding with the upgrade process

• Please upgrade firmware from the local TP-Link official website of the purchase location for your TP-Link device, otherwise it will be against the warranty. Please click here to change site if necessary.
• Please verify the hardware version of your device for the firmware version. Wrong firmware upgrade may damage your device and void the warranty. （Normally V1.x=V1）How to find the hardware version on a TP-Link device?
• Do NOT turn off the power during the upgrade process, as it may cause permanent damage to the product.
• To avoid wireless disconnect issue during firmware upgrade process, it's recommended to upload firmware with wired connection unless there is no LAN/Ethernet port on your TP-Link device.
• It's recommended that users stop all Internet applications on the computer, or simply disconnect Internet line from the device before the upgrade.
• Use decompression software such as WinZIP or WinRAR to extract the file you download before the upgrade.

Update process

Once the preparatory procedures have been verified, you can proceed to updating the firmware. First you need to enter the router settings. This can be done by pointing your browser to one of the following addresses:

1. net.
2. 168.0.1.

If the resource at the specified address is unavailable, specify the IP address: 192.168.1.1. A page with a login form will then open. To change the router settings, you must enter “admin” in the login and password field. If the data has been previously changed, you should indicate it.

It is important to note that during the update and connection to the device, Internet access is not required. After entering your username and password, the router web page will open. To download new firmware, go to the “System Tools” section. In the drop-down list, you need to go to the “Firmware update” item.

In the next step, in the “File” field, click on the “Browse” button. Then you should specify the folder in which the firmware for tp link tl wr740n is located. It is important to note that the selected document must contain the extension "bin". When the file is selected, all you have to do is click on the “Update” button.

Immediately after pressing the button, the flashing process will begin, which may take several minutes. During the update, communication with the device may be lost, and the message “Network cable not connected” will appear on the monitor screen. There is no need to do anything. Once the update is complete, the router will be accessible again.

To make sure that the update is installed, you need to connect to the router and then look at the current version.

To Upgrade

IMPORTANT: To prevent upgrade failures, please read the following before proceeding with the upgrade process

• Please upgrade firmware from the local TP-Link official website of the purchase location for your TP-Link device, otherwise it will be against the warranty. Please click here to change site if necessary.
• Please verify the hardware version of your device for the firmware version. Wrong firmware upgrade may damage your device and void the warranty. （Normally V1.x=V1）How to find the hardware version on a TP-Link device?
• Do NOT turn off the power during the upgrade process, as it may cause permanent damage to the product.
• To avoid wireless disconnect issue during firmware upgrade process, it's recommended to upload firmware with wired connection unless there is no LAN/Ethernet port on your TP-Link device.
• It's recommended that users stop all Internet applications on the computer, or simply disconnect Internet line from the device before the upgrade.
• Use decompression software such as WinZIP or WinRAR to extract the file you download before the upgrade.

To Upgrade

IMPORTANT: To prevent upgrade failures, please read the following before proceeding with the upgrade process

• Please upgrade firmware from the local TP-Link official website of the purchase location for your TP-Link device, otherwise it will be against the warranty. Please click here to change site if necessary.
• Please verify the hardware version of your device for the firmware version. Wrong firmware upgrade may damage your device and void the warranty. （Normally V1.x=V1）How to find the hardware version on a TP-Link device?
• Do NOT turn off the power during the upgrade process, as it may cause permanent damage to the product.
• To avoid wireless disconnect issue during firmware upgrade process, it's recommended to upload firmware with wired connection unless there is no LAN/Ethernet port on your TP-Link device.
• It's recommended that users stop all Internet applications on the computer, or simply disconnect Internet line from the device before the upgrade.
• Use decompression software such as WinZIP or WinRAR to extract the file you download before the upgrade.

FOR UPDATE

IMPORTANT: To avoid problems with the updated software, please read the available information on the update procedure.

Check the hardware version and software version. Installing an incorrect version of the software may damage your device and void your warranty. (Value V1.x = V1)

It is NOT recommended to install a software version that is not approved for your region. Click here to select your region and download the most current software version.

• DO NOT turn off the device during the update process, otherwise you may damage the router
• Do NOT update the router's firmware via Wi-Fi, in case of any problems, in any other way possible.
• It is recommended that all clients ensure that all Internet add-ons are installed on their computers or that the cable is connected to client devices before updating.

Indicators and connectors

There are 9 indicators on the information panel. Values ​​from left to right:

• nutrition;
• connection status;
• Wi-Fi;
• 4 LAN port indicators;
• communication with the provider;
• QSS.

The router's connectors and buttons are standardly located on the rear panel:

• reset – reset to factory settings;
• nutrition;
• turning on/off the device;
• 4 LAN ports;
• 1 WAN port;
• QSS;
• antenna.

Setting up IPTV

To configure IPTV, launch and log in to the device’s web configurator and follow the visual instructions:

1. Expand the “Network” branch, select the “IPTV” section.
2. IGMP Proxy must be enabled. Set the bridge mode and select the port to connect the set-top box.
3. Don't forget to save your settings.

If your ISP uses VLAN ID, follow these instructions:

1. In the IPTV section, select Tag VLAN mode.
2. Fill in the fields provided by the provider.
3. Select the port for the set-top box.
4. Save your settings.

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