How to Access and Upgrade the D-Link DSR 250 Router: A Step-By-Step Guide
Hey there, Simon here! Today, I’ll be guiding you through accessing the admin console of the D-Link DSR 250 router and upgrading its firmware. Let’s dive in!
1. Preparation: Before we begin, ensure that your router is reset to factory settings. This ensures that we’re on the same page when accessing the router.
Quick Reset Guide:
- Use a paper clip or pen to press and hold the tiny reset button for 15-20 seconds.
- The power light will turn green. Keep holding until it starts flashing orange.
- Release the button and let the router reboot.
2. Connection: Connect the router to your desktop using an ethernet cable. Plug the cable into Port 1 (or any port from 1 to 8) on the router.
3. Check Connection Settings: Before accessing the router, double-check your computer’s network settings.
- Go to Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center.
- Find the ethernet port connected to the router and click on it.
- Click on ‘details’. If everything’s in order, your computer’s IP should be 192.168.10.100, and the router’s IP should be 192.168.10.1.
4. Accessing the Admin Console:
- Open a browser (I used Firefox) and type in the router’s IP: 192.168.10.1.
- If you encounter an SSL/TLS error, don’t worry; I have a fix for you.
Fixing the SSL/TLS Error in Firefox:
- Open a new tab and type
about:config. - Search for
security.TLS.version.min. - Change its value from 3 to 1.
Now, try accessing 192.168.10.1 again. Click on ‘Advanced’ and ‘Accept Risk and Continue’.
5. Logging In: The default username and password are both “admin”.
6. Checking and Upgrading Firmware: Once logged in, check the firmware version. If it’s an older version like 3.12 WW, it’s time to upgrade.
Upgrade Steps:
- Search on Google for ‘D-Link DSR 250 firmware’.
- Find and download the latest firmware for your router’s hardware version.
- Extract the downloaded file.
- In the router’s admin console, go to Maintenance > Firmware Upgrade.
- Browse and select the firmware file you just extracted.
- Click ‘Upgrade’ and let the router do its magic. This process might take around five minutes.
Remember, after updating the firmware, revert the TLS change in Firefox (from step 4) for enhanced browser security.
That’s it! You should now have an upgraded and more secure router. If you found this guide helpful, don’t forget to share. Until next time, happy surfing!
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