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
- A computer with Debian Latest installed
- A compatible wireless router (check the DD-WRT website for compatibility)
- A wired connection between your computer and your router
- An internet connection
Step 1: Download DD-WRT Firmware
- Go to the DD-WRT website and select "Router Database" from the main menu.
- Locate your router model and click on it to see the details.
- Download the appropriate firmware file for your router by clicking the "Download" button.
Step 2: Connect Your Router to Your Computer
- Connect your router to your computer using an Ethernet cable.
- Power on your router and wait for it to boot up.
Step 3: Access Your Router’s Web Interface
- 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.
- 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
- In the router’s web interface, navigate to the "Firmware Upgrade" or "Administration" section.
- Browse for the firmware file that you downloaded earlier and select it.
- Click the "Upgrade" button and follow the on-screen instructions.
- Wait for the firmware installation process to complete. This may take several minutes.
- After the installation is complete, your router will reboot automatically.
Step 5: Configure DD-WRT
- Open a web browser and go to the router’s IP address (or the new IP address if you changed it during installation).
- Log in to DD-WRT using the default login credentials (username: "root", password: "admin").
- 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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