DD-WRT is a firmware that can enhance the performance and functionality of your router. It can provide features such as VPN support, network monitoring, and QoS. Here are the steps to install DD-WRT on your router using a Windows 11 computer:
Connect the router to your computer using an Ethernet cable. Your computer's network adapter should automatically detect and configure the connection, and you should have internet access.
Go to the DD-WRT website and navigate to the "Router Database” section. Search for your router model and download the latest stable release of the DD-WRT firmware.
Open a web browser and type the IP address of the router in the address bar. The default IP address should be located in the user manual or on the bottom of the router. Once you have entered the IP address, you should see the router's login page.
Enter the username and password for the router's web interface. If you have not changed the default credentials, they should be listed in the user manual or on the bottom of the router.
Navigate to the firmware upgrade section in the router's web interface. Choose the DD-WRT firmware file you downloaded earlier and click the "Upgrade" button. Follow the prompts to complete the firmware upgrade process.
After the firmware upgrade is complete, the router will need to reboot to complete the installation. This process may take a few minutes.
After the router has rebooted, navigate to the router's web interface again. You should now see the DD-WRT homepage. From here, you can customize the firmware and set up any additional network features you desire.
Congratulations! You have successfully installed the DD-WRT firmware on your router. You should now have access to a variety of new features and capabilities.
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