Match the firmware version with your hardware version noted in Step 1.
On the new firmware, go to System Tools > Password . Change admin/admin to something strong. This is your first line of defense.
Unlike Windows or macOS that update monthly, router firmware updates are less frequent. However, you should check for updates every . Here is your maintenance schedule: tenda d810r firmware update
Read these critical warnings carefully before starting:
: Resolves many of the random DNS failures and PPPoE disconnects common in older stock firmware. Match the firmware version with your hardware version
The Tenda D810R is an ADSL2+ modem router, which means it combines a modem for connecting to ADSL internet lines and a router for sharing that connection between multiple devices.
: Never attempt to update a router's firmware over Wi-Fi. If the signal drops for a split second during the transfer, you will brick the router. Connect via a physical Ethernet cable. This is your first line of defense
Always connect your computer to the router’s yellow LAN port via an Ethernet cable. Do not attempt an update over Wi-Fi.
Protects against newer malware and hacking attempts.