How to Install DD-WRT on Debian Latest

DD-WRT is a Linux-based firmware that is designed to be installed on a wide range of wireless routers. In this tutorial, we will guide you on how to install DD-WRT on Debian Latest operating system.

Prerequisites

Step 1: Download DD-WRT Firmware

  1. Go to the DD-WRT website and select "Router Database" from the main menu.
  2. Locate your router model and click on it to see the details.
  3. Download the appropriate firmware file for your router by clicking the "Download" button.

Step 2: Connect Your Router to Your Computer

  1. Connect your router to your computer using an Ethernet cable.
  2. Power on your router and wait for it to boot up.

Step 3: Access Your Router’s Web Interface

  1. Open a web browser and type in your router’s IP address in the address bar. The IP address should be listed on a sticker on your router, or you can find it using the command prompt on your computer.
  2. Log in to your router’s web interface using the default login credentials (check the router manual for details).

Step 4: Install DD-WRT Firmware

  1. In the router’s web interface, navigate to the "Firmware Upgrade" or "Administration" section.
  2. Browse for the firmware file that you downloaded earlier and select it.
  3. Click the "Upgrade" button and follow the on-screen instructions.
  4. Wait for the firmware installation process to complete. This may take several minutes.
  5. After the installation is complete, your router will reboot automatically.

Step 5: Configure DD-WRT

  1. Open a web browser and go to the router’s IP address (or the new IP address if you changed it during installation).
  2. Log in to DD-WRT using the default login credentials (username: "root", password: "admin").
  3. Follow the on-screen instructions to configure your DD-WRT settings.

Congratulations! You have successfully installed DD-WRT on your router using Debian Latest operating system.

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