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=Linksys WRT600N= =Linksys WRT600N=
-==Version 1.0== 
-===Pre-Build 3 Firmware=== 
-If your Version 1.0 firmware is prior to Build 3, you can simply TFTP the firmware to the router or use the web interface.+====Hardware Specs====
 +[https://wikidevi.wi-cat.ru/Linksys_WRT600N_v1.0 WRT600N v1.0]: FCC ID: Q87-WRT600NV1<br>
 +[https://wikidevi.wi-cat.ru/Linksys_WRT600N_v1.1 WRT600N v1.1]: FCC ID: Q87-WRT600NV11<br>
 +*CPU: Broadcom BCM4705 (300 MHz)
 +*Flash: 8 MiB
 +*RAM: 32 MiB
 +*USB 2.0 port(s): 1
 +*Wireless chip1: Broadcom BCM4321
 +*Wireless chip2: Broadcom BCM2055
 +*MIMO config: 2x3:2
 +*Antenna connectors: U.FL
-===Flashing DD-WRT from v1.01.33 build 3 or earlier===+*NO SGI 400ns support which yields only 270mbps maximum connection rate vs 300mbps if SGI of 400ns were to be supported.
 +This is a draft N router and Broadcom SUCKS at making any updates to their drivers EVER, so... 270mbps is the best she'll do.
-Simply use TFTP or the web utility to flash DD-WRT from stock firmware. Unlike other models, you can go to the mega version directly since the WRT600N does not expect any special headers (it accepts generic images [HDR0]) As usual, reset before and after each flash. '''Do not use firmware prior to v24!'''+====Partitions====
 +CFE:
 + 0x00000000-0x00040000 : "boot"
 + 0x00040000-0x007e0000 : "linux"
 + 0x0013f430-0x007e0000 : "rootfs"
 + 0x007e0000-0x007f0000 : "factory"
 + 0x007f0000-0x00800000 : "nvram"
 +DD-WRT:
 + 0x00000000-0x00040000 : "cfe"
 + 0x00040000-0x007f0000 : "linux"
 + 0x00122000-0x00590000 : "rootfs"
 + 0x00590000-0x007f0000 : "ddwrt"
 + 0x007f0000-0x00800000 : "nvram"
 +Assuming the ''factory'' alignment is the same for v1.0 and v1.1, the size limit is 0x7F0000-0x40000 = 8060928 bytes (7872 KB).<br>
-===Flashing DD-WRT from v1.01.35 build 5 or later===+==Flashing==
 +'''Important:''' Read the DD-WRT [[Firmware FAQ]] and [http://www.dd-wrt.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=51486 Peacock announcement] first!
-Simply flash using the steps indicated in the v1.1 section below.+====Reset====
 +As always make sure to do a proper [[Hard reset or 30/30/30|hard reset]] before and after updating the firmware. This is not an optional step! Do not restore backups from a different build number or type.
-===Reverting to Stock Firmware===+====Flashing DD-WRT====
 +For initial flash, a trailed build is required which has header information required by the Linksys firmware.
 +*Download the [ftp://dd-wrt.com/betas/2010/08-12-10-r14929/broadcom/dd-wrt.v24_mega_wrt600n.bin 14929 WRT600N mega trailed build]
 +#Reset to factory defaults
 +#Flash it via the stock web interface
 +#Reset again after flashing
-Simply reset and flash the stock image via TFTP or through the web interface. Make sure to reset after flashing.+For upgrades, use any ''/broadcom'' folder non-micro build under 7872 KB (see [[Firmware_FAQ#Where_do_I_download_firmware.3F|''Where do I download firmware?'']])
 +The ''/broadcom'' folder has Kernel 2.4 builds only.
-==Version 1.1==+*Starting with 41351, there is a 3.x Kernel version available in the ''/Linksys-wrt600'' folder of the beta builds section. K3.x is a lot more resource heavy and may impact your Wan-to-Lan speeds vs. the K2.4 builds. More testing is underway (3/31/20 by MSOENGINEER). This folder is an indentical build as the generic MipselR1 folder, but the header file is specific to allow updating via dd-wrt webgui or TFTP. The generic K3.X mipselr1 firmware will fail to flash via webgui, or will bootloop your router if TFTP'd on. These two builds are the same otherwise. The mipselr1 file is intended for testing on other mipselr1 routers that don't have a specific build for them, so YMMV.
-===Flashing DD-WRT===+*Resets are unnecessary, but reset and manually set up before reporting issues
-Download [http://www.dd-wrt.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?p=181024#181024 this] file that BrainSlayer posted. It contains a fix for the new switch not working and also has a trailer on the end of it so it can be flashed through the web interface or by using TFTP.+*Research new build and router-specific threads before trying newer builds.
- +*If you have an issue, try clearing the web browser cache or try a different browser.
-===Reverting to Stock Firmware===+
 +====Reverting to Stock Firmware====
Simply reset and flash the stock image via TFTP or through the web interface. Make sure to reset after flashing. Simply reset and flash the stock image via TFTP or through the web interface. Make sure to reset after flashing.
-==LEDs and Reset Button Don't Work==+==Known Bugs==
 +====Initial Flash May Not Work / TFTP problems====
 +Some users may experience "Failed to Upgrade Firmware" messages when upgrading via Linksys web interface, even when using special 600N-specific builds. Also, TFTP will not work once the router has fully booted.
 + 
 +TFTP must be initiated within 1-4 seconds after power-on.
 + 
 +[https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ou72N0CtBmOTDc_BFy3IlotFMmIcEiLj/view?usp=sharing| Suggest using Draytek Firmware upgrade utility for flashing via TFTP] This seems to work better than TFTP64/32 for timing things out.
-The power and 5ghz LEDs cannot be fixed by using the gpio utility. However, you may be able to resolve other LED issues by using [[Broadcom detection|this]] article.+Plug the router in and nearly simultaneously hit the send button.
 +Wireshark is a great utility to have running at the same time to watch the tftp go through. The suggested Draytek utility will show a progress bar if you did it right. Wait for the Draytek timer to complete before hard reboot (physically unplug & replug). The router might not do anything so be patient and watch the wifi LED's for a change.
-==Discussion with Linksys Tech==+Static set IP of NIC to 192.168.1.5
 +Subnet 255.255.255.0
-Discussion with Linksys via live chat (14 May 2008)+router will be 192.168.1.1 port 69
-''(Not really sure if this should be here -- I recommend removing it. It doesn't really serve a purpose other than to show how misinformed and unhelpful Linksys support is. [jmh9072])''+==Resources==
 +* http://www.question-defense.com/2009/03/13/linksys-wrt-600n-wireless-router-upgraded-with-dd-wrt-firmware-issues/
- Linksys Rep: Hi, my name is <name censored>. How may I help you?+[[Category: Linksys]]
- Martin: I have a WRT600N build 5 +
- Linksys Rep: It's good to have you Martin. What seems to be the problem?+
- Martin: I'm surprised to see build 5 isn't listed on the site - the latest firmware is build 3.+
- Martin: I have 1.01.35 build 5+
- Linksys Rep: The build 5 is for the version 1.1 WRT600N.+
- Martin: ok - so build 3 is for version 1.0?+
- Linksys Rep: Yes.+
- Martin: So I should be able to find the 1.1 build 5 on the website & I've just been looking in the wrong place?+
- Linksys Rep: No.+
- Linksys Rep: The build 5 isn't uploaded yet Martin.+
- Martin: right, that makes sense. I don't see the 1.1 listed on the dropdown on http://www-ca.linksys.com/servlet/Satellite?c=L_Content_C1&childpagename=CAen%2FLayout&cid=1153781112181&pagename=Linksys%2FCommon%2FVisitorWrapper&lid=1218111465H34&displaypage=download+
- Linksys Rep: The version 1.1 is a new hardware version for WRT600N.+
- Martin: So there are no known problems with build 5?+
- Linksys Rep: Not yet.+
- Linksys Rep: So far. :-)+
- Martin: I was reading http://forum.ncix.com/forums/index.php?mode=showthread&forum=105&threadid=1650171&pagenumber=1&product_id=26858&subpage=1+
- Martin: "Watch out what version and manufacture date you get with the WRT600N. I purchased this router a week ago and ended up with Version 1.1 build in March 2008 with firmware release 1.01.35 build 5. This firmware isn't listed on Linksys website. The problem with this router is buggy firmware that can not be upgraded or downgraded using TFTP or using the Linksys GUI!! I contacted Linksys and without much of a problem they promptly issued an RMA to replace the router. The Linksys tech mentioned that there is a problem with this router and firmware upgrades are not possible. Nice one Linksys!!! "+
- Linksys Rep: It can't be upgraded since it doesn't have a firmware update.+
- Linksys Rep: How can he downgrade it if the build firmware is the first release?+
- Martin: But it will be upgradable once there is a firmware to upgrade to?+
- Martin: He probably wants to run DD-WRT. +
- Linksys Rep: Yes it is.+
- Linksys Rep: That's the problem.+
- Martin: what's the problem?+
- Linksys Rep: Our new routers can't be loaded with DD-WRT unlike our old routers.+
- Martin: whyever not? +
- Linksys Rep: The RAM for the newer routers is not enough to accommodate the DD-WRT.+
- Martin: there's less ram in a 600N than a 54G?+
- Linksys Rep: Yes.+
- Martin: I think some people have got DDWRT on the 600N already+
- Martin: But it is buggy still - e.g. the gigabit ports don't yet work+
- Linksys Rep: We are preventing third party firmware to be loaded on the router.+
- Linksys Rep: Aside from that, it voids the warranty once third party firmware is loaded on the router.+
- Linksys Rep: That I don't know.+
- Linksys Rep: They are genius if they've done that.+
- Martin: I've always bought Linksys stuff because I had the option to run alternative firmware+
- Linksys Rep: I understand.+
- Martin: As long as you could replace the alternate firmware with a stock linksys one I don't see why Linksys should lock the hardware+
- Linksys Rep: I don't know the reason behind Martin. Our Product Engineers designed the router.+
- Martin: They'll lose the influential customers - we end up doing tech support for everyone in our families+
- Linksys Rep: You're right. I understand that.+
- Martin: Anyhow, seems like the 1.1 build 5 should be listed on the Linksys site.+
- Martin: otherwise misinformation spreads+
- Linksys Rep: It will be soon Martin.+
- Linksys Rep: Just keep posted on our website for any updates.+
- Martin: Is there an RSS feed for the updates?+
- Linksys Rep: As of this writing, no not yet.+
- Martin: Funnily enough, if Linksys are blocking firmware updates I'll probably never take them. Instead I'll stay on build 5 and switch to DDWRT as soon as they've stabilised it.+
- Linksys Rep: That's a good idea Martin. But please be aware that it voids the warranty once the DD-WRT is loaded on the router.+
- Martin: Well, a 1 yr warrantee is better than nothing. MIght take that long for them to get DDWRT stable I suppose!+
- Linksys Rep: Okay.+
- Linksys Rep: Is there anything else that I can assist you with?+
- Martin: The uncertainty about whether future versions will be flashable with alternate 3rd party firmwares will mean I will think very carefully before recommending the Linksys line to friends who will follow. They'd have to know which firmware it came with. The staff at the shop I bought it at didn't know about this one even, so I used the serial number heuristic.+
- Martin: You can take my comments back, I guess.+
- Martin: Thanks for your help. Its been some peace of mind.+
- Linksys Rep: You're welcome.+

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[edit] Linksys WRT600N

[edit] Hardware Specs

WRT600N v1.0: FCC ID: Q87-WRT600NV1
WRT600N v1.1: FCC ID: Q87-WRT600NV11

  • CPU: Broadcom BCM4705 (300 MHz)
  • Flash: 8 MiB
  • RAM: 32 MiB
  • USB 2.0 port(s): 1
  • Wireless chip1: Broadcom BCM4321
  • Wireless chip2: Broadcom BCM2055
  • MIMO config: 2x3:2
  • Antenna connectors: U.FL
  • NO SGI 400ns support which yields only 270mbps maximum connection rate vs 300mbps if SGI of 400ns were to be supported.

This is a draft N router and Broadcom SUCKS at making any updates to their drivers EVER, so... 270mbps is the best she'll do.

[edit] Partitions

CFE:

0x00000000-0x00040000 : "boot"
0x00040000-0x007e0000 : "linux"
0x0013f430-0x007e0000 : "rootfs"
0x007e0000-0x007f0000 : "factory"
0x007f0000-0x00800000 : "nvram" 

DD-WRT:

0x00000000-0x00040000 : "cfe"
0x00040000-0x007f0000 : "linux"
0x00122000-0x00590000 : "rootfs"
0x00590000-0x007f0000 : "ddwrt" 
0x007f0000-0x00800000 : "nvram"

Assuming the factory alignment is the same for v1.0 and v1.1, the size limit is 0x7F0000-0x40000 = 8060928 bytes (7872 KB).

[edit] Flashing

Important: Read the DD-WRT Firmware FAQ and Peacock announcement first!

[edit] Reset

As always make sure to do a proper hard reset before and after updating the firmware. This is not an optional step! Do not restore backups from a different build number or type.

[edit] Flashing DD-WRT

For initial flash, a trailed build is required which has header information required by the Linksys firmware.

  1. Reset to factory defaults
  2. Flash it via the stock web interface
  3. Reset again after flashing

For upgrades, use any /broadcom folder non-micro build under 7872 KB (see Where do I download firmware?) The /broadcom folder has Kernel 2.4 builds only.

  • Starting with 41351, there is a 3.x Kernel version available in the /Linksys-wrt600 folder of the beta builds section. K3.x is a lot more resource heavy and may impact your Wan-to-Lan speeds vs. the K2.4 builds. More testing is underway (3/31/20 by MSOENGINEER). This folder is an indentical build as the generic MipselR1 folder, but the header file is specific to allow updating via dd-wrt webgui or TFTP. The generic K3.X mipselr1 firmware will fail to flash via webgui, or will bootloop your router if TFTP'd on. These two builds are the same otherwise. The mipselr1 file is intended for testing on other mipselr1 routers that don't have a specific build for them, so YMMV.
  • Resets are unnecessary, but reset and manually set up before reporting issues
  • Research new build and router-specific threads before trying newer builds.
  • If you have an issue, try clearing the web browser cache or try a different browser.

[edit] Reverting to Stock Firmware

Simply reset and flash the stock image via TFTP or through the web interface. Make sure to reset after flashing.

[edit] Known Bugs

[edit] Initial Flash May Not Work / TFTP problems

Some users may experience "Failed to Upgrade Firmware" messages when upgrading via Linksys web interface, even when using special 600N-specific builds. Also, TFTP will not work once the router has fully booted.

TFTP must be initiated within 1-4 seconds after power-on.

Suggest using Draytek Firmware upgrade utility for flashing via TFTP This seems to work better than TFTP64/32 for timing things out.

Plug the router in and nearly simultaneously hit the send button. Wireshark is a great utility to have running at the same time to watch the tftp go through. The suggested Draytek utility will show a progress bar if you did it right. Wait for the Draytek timer to complete before hard reboot (physically unplug & replug). The router might not do anything so be patient and watch the wifi LED's for a change.

Static set IP of NIC to 192.168.1.5 Subnet 255.255.255.0

router will be 192.168.1.1 port 69

[edit] Resources