Constantly resetting Linksys WRT54G router « Barugon’s Cave (^_^) WHEN THE LINKSYS SOLUTION FAILS: a step-by-step fix for the persistent problem of frequently resetting a Linksys 54G router.
Over the last few months my Linksys WRT54G router has been giving me trouble – namely, on a consistent but seemingly random basis, the router will no longer serve Internet data requests, while continuing to function normally as a local network router. In essence, none of the machines on my local network, whether using a wired or wireless connection could access the Internet, yet I could see and access all of my networked machines locally – both weird and annoying! To make matters worse, if you go through the standard ‘troubleshooting’ technique of unplugging the power supply to the router, waiting a few seconds, and then plugging it back in… the problem remains unchanged. Ah yes, but are you using the latest firmware one might ask? As a matter of fact I am.
But what can you do if, like me, you’re already using the latest version of the Linksys firmware? Like this: Router Database. Installation. From DD-WRT Wiki Installing DD-WRT on a router in most cases is almost as simple as installing a program onto your computer.
However, doing it incorrectly can leave you with a router that you have to throw away. Installing programs on a router, known as firmware, are achieved by a method called flashing. This article helps you determine which installation process is for you on your supported router, as well as giving router suggestions and information about flashing each one. [edit] Is Your Router Supported? Please check the router database first: If your router is not listed there, check the wiki page. For a list of devices working with DD-WRT, please see wiki page Supported Devices. For a list of devices not working with DD-WRT please see wiki page Known incompatible devices.
If your device is supported, you may find specific information in the Hardware-specific page for your router. [edit] Which router should I buy? [edit] Before You Download, Upgrade, or Flash [edit] Do Prior Research clock: View topic - Peacock Thread-FAQ: EVERYTHING you NEED to know! Really!! I called this the peacock thread so it can be searched for easily.
It contains a lot of information, so it is up to you to read carefully. (Take notes, if you want! Restore Linksys Firmware. On this page I'm going to detail how I restored the firmware in my Linksys WRT54GL to the original Linksys firmware.
It may also work for other models in the Linksys range, if it does, please contact me and let me know. This method may also work to flash an alternate firmware but I've only tried it with an image I downloaded from Linksys support. In any case, going back to the original Linksys firmware is probably a good idea before trying some other open source variety, at least you can make sure your router is still working.
At the time I did this, my router was not bricked. I had the X-Wrt version of OpenWRT installed and I could not get the web interface to install anything else. Linksys WRT54G series. Linksys WRT54G version 1.0 The Linksys WRT54G (and variants WRT54GS, WRT54GL, and WRTSL54GS) is a Wi-Fi capable residential gateway from Linksys.
The device is capable of sharing Internet connections among several computers via 100 Mbit/s 802.3 Ethernet and 802.11b/g wireless data links. The firmware used in these units varies between versions. According to OpenWrt,[1] the Linksys WRT54G series use several different processors, all of them 32-bit MIPS architecture processors, most manufactured by Broadcom. Hardware and revisions[edit] WRT54G[edit] WRT54G version 2.0 with upgraded antennae The original WRT54G was first released in December 2002. As a cost-cutting measure, the design of the latest version of the WRT54G no longer has detachable antennas or TNC connectors. Until version 5,[2] WRT54G shipped with Linux based firmware. WRT54GS[edit] Linksys WRT54GS version 1.1 The WRT54GS is nearly identical to WRT54G except for additional RAM, flash memory, and SpeedBooster software. Linksys by Cisco - WRT54G Support. • Complies with 802.11g and 802.11b (2.4GHz) Standards • All LAN Ports support auto-crossover (MDI/MDI-X) • Supports Wired Equivalent Privacy™ (WEP), Wi-Fi Protected Access™ (WPA) and Wi-Fi Protected Access™2 (WPA2) FAQs are frequently asked product questions.
Select Downloads for user guides and firmware updates. OpenWrt. Web interface for OpenWrt and more - X-Wrt.org.