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-This Wiki article is a '''Work in Progress'''.+==CAUTION:==
 +'''<span style="color:#FF0000">This wiki is NOT for the</span> [https://wikidevi.com/wiki/Netgear_WNR3500Lv2 WNR3500Lv2]''' [https://forum.dd-wrt.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?p=1052463#1052463 (install guide here)] which is a NAND flash device.<br>'''The WNR3500L ([https://wikidevi.com/wiki/Netgear_WNR3500Lv1 v1]) is only properly recognized using a K26 build''' (in the broadcom_K26/ directory).<br>See [[#K3X builds|K3X Builds]] for more information. All of the K26 builds have "K2.6" in the filename. Also, builds must be '''smaller than ~7.3 MB''', or you will brick your device.
-== CAUTION: ==+==REQUIRED Reading==
 +Read the [[Firmware_FAQ|Firmware FAQ]] and [http://www.dd-wrt.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=51486 Peacock Announcement]
-<span style="color:#FF0000">'''This router REQUIRES a K26 build.'''</span> All of the K26 builds have "_K2.6_" in the filename. If you need a firmware recommendation refer to the [http://www.dd-wrt.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=52043 Firmware Recommendations] thread and '''make sure''' to get a '''K26''' build. Also be sure that you don't use a mega build otherwhise it will brick your device.+==Which Firmware?==
 +The WNR3500Lv1 traditionally only supports the "NEWD-2_K2.6" firmware, but [[#K3X builds|K3X]] has been reported to work. For build information and much more, see [[Index:FAQ#Where_do_I_download_firmware.3F|Where do I download firmware?]].
-== HIGHLY recommended reading ==+Compare the features of different build versions [[What_is_DD-WRT%3F#V24_pre_sp2_K26|here]]. This router has 8MB flash, but due to Netgear's partitioning, available space is reportedly ~7.3MB. Do not try larger builds, as this will overwrite required partitions.
-[http://www.dd-wrt.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=51486 Peacock Thread FAQ]+
-Especially the "Required Reading" notes listed at the beginning of the thread+
-Redhawk's [http://www.dd-wrt.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=52043 Firmware Recommendations]+==Installation of DD-WRT from Netgear Firmware==
 +Overview:<br>
 +*The WNR3500L requires K2.6 builds of DD-WRT (''Update:'' see "K3X builds")
 +*First download a trailed build '''.chk''' to flash to the router from Netgear factory firmware.
 +*Once running DD-WRT, the '''.bin''' builds can be used
 +*Research the forum for "New Build" and router model threads before selecting a build.
 +*dd-wrt.v24-21061_NEWD-2_K2.6_mini-WNR3500L.chk has been reported to work for initial flash
 +Instructions:<br>
 +*Set a static IP (e.g. 192.168.1.8, subnet 255.255.255.0, gateway 192.168.1.1) on the PC for flashing.
 +*Connect the PC to the router's LAN port (recommended to unplug everything else)
 +*Perform a [[Hard_reset_or_30/30/30|hard reset]] on the router.
 +*Go to http://192.168.1.1
 +*Cancel the router's automatic firmware update checking, then click on "Router Upgrade" in the left menu.
 +*Upload the special .chk firmware file.
 +*Wait 5 minutes after the router says it is done
 +*Perform another reset, and clear the web browser cache between updates.
 +*Repeat steps 4-7 with the .bin firmware file.
 +*Login and start tweaking
 +==K3X builds==
 +There are some K3X builds that have been reported to work on the WNR3500L:
 +[https://www.dd-wrt.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=311850 K3X 33555 Mega works]
 +*If you attempt this, only flash when already running DD-WRT (there is no trailed build in K3X)
 +*The router name doesn't recognize the v1, so reports "Router Model: Linksys WRT54G/GL/GS"
-== Which Firmware? ==+==LAN Ports not Working==
-First you need to know that this router only supports the "NEWD-2_K2.6" firmware. Next, you need to know which revision number (i.e. build 13525) you want to use. For recommendations on what revision to use don't trust the Router Database. Instead you should first read the [http://www.dd-wrt.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=51486 Peacock Thread] keeping in mind that this router REQUIRES K2.6. Pay particular attention to Note 3. Then read the [http://www.dd-wrt.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=52043 Firmware Recommendations Thread] (still keep in mind K2.6). You should now have a pretty good idea of what build number you want. <br /><br />+[https://www.dd-wrt.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?p=1112459#1112459 Use the VLAN config] in the GUI.
-Now you need to know what build version you want. Compare the features of the different build versions [http://www.dd-wrt.com/wiki/index.php/What_is_DD-WRT%3F#V24_pre_sp2_K26 here]. This router has 8MB of flash memory so it will support any of the builds in that list. You probably want to get a build version that supports USB since this router has a USB port. '''Warning:''' Mega builds will brick your device.<br /><br />+== Reverting back to factory firmware ==
- +For now this is a WIP, but in the interim, you can simply follow this guide to revert back:<br>
-Next, a question: Are you flashing from a stock router with Netgear firmware? If not then you can skip this paragraph. If so then first you need to flash with a special build called a "trailed" build. A trailed build ...+[http://www.myopenrouter.com/article/16099/How-To-Reflash-Factory-Firmware-on-the-NETGEAR-WRN3500L-Without-A-Serial-Cable/ How to revert back to factory firmware]
- +
-'''''... Some more stuff ...'''''+
- +
-''Need to re-word the following and take out the mention of the Router Database...''+
-Are you flashing from the original Netgear firmware? The Netgear firmware won't recognize a standard build of DD-WRT. You need to start with a special build that the Netgear firmware recognizes. You can grab one from the [http://www.dd-wrt.com/site/support/router-database Router Database]. Make sure to grab the one that says "Special File for initial flashing". It should have "_NEWD-2_K2.6_mini-WNR3500L.chk" in the filename. After you flash this initial image you should have a working version of DD-WRT on your router. But wait! You're not done yet. This initial version doesn't have very many features and is probably not a recommended build. (Don't trust the Router Database recommendations) Also, the WNR3500L has an 8MB flash and 64MB RAM so it will run even the "Big" builds with room to spare. Don't hesitate to use at least the "Standard-USB-FTP" build.+
- +
-Outdated, needs to be removed.+
- +
-<h2>Installation of DD-WRT</h2>+
-<p>I&#8217;m sure someone will ask about this. Here&#8217;s the deal, straight and to the point:</p>+
-<ul>+
-<li>The WNR3500L <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>requires</strong></span><strong> </strong>a NEWD-2, K2.6 build of DD-WRT</li>+
- +
-<li>You will first need to upload a special <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>.chk</strong></span><strong> </strong>build (also K2.6) of DD-WRT to the router to go from Netgear&#8217;s factory firmware. <em>Then</em> you may install a <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>.bin</strong></span> build of DD-WRT.</li>+
-<li>Spend some time browsing the DD-WRT Forums http://www.dd-wrt.com/phpBB2/ There&#8217;s a lot of chaotic information to ingest.</li>+
- +
-</ul>+
-<p>For a brand new WNR3500L, installation goes like this:</p>+
-<ol>+
-<li>Set a static IP such as 192.168.1.8 on the PC you will be using for the flash.</li>+
-<li>Connect the PC to the router (unplug everything else!)</li>+
-<li>Perform a 30-30-30 Reset http://www.dd-wrt.com/wiki/index.php/Hard_reset_or_30/30/30 on the router.</li>+
-<li>In <strong>Internet Explorer</strong>, go to http://192.168.1.1</li>+
- +
-<li>Cancel the router&#8217;s automatic firmware update checking, then click on &#8220;Router Upgrade&#8221; in the menu at left.</li>+
-<li>Upload the special .chk firmware file.</li>+
-<li>Wait 5 minutes after the router says it is done, then perform another 30-30-30 reset. Make sure you clear your browsers cache between updating firmwares.</li>+
-<li>Repeat steps 4-7 with the .bin firmware file.</li>+
-<li>Login and start tweaking</li>+
-</ol>+
-<p>These are the exact files I used:</p>+
- +
-[http://www.dd-wrt.com/routerdb/de/download/Netgear/WNR3500L/-/dd-wrt.v24-14311_NEWD-2_K2.6_mini-WNR3500L.chk/3467 '''Special .chk file for initial flashing (Must Have!)''']+
- +
-[ftp://ftp.dd-wrt.com/others/eko/BrainSlayer-V24-preSP2/2010/08-12-10-r14929/broadcom_K26/dd-wrt.v24-14929_NEWD-2_K2.6_big.bin '''Current recommended 14929 Big build as of April, 2011]+
- +
-Credits go to: blackinches+
- +
-== DeBricking the router ==+
 +==Debricking==
[http://www.myopenrouter.com/article/13859/How-To-Debrick-Your-NETGEAR-WNR3500L-Using-A-USB-TTL-Cable-on-Windows/ An article on de-bricking your WNR3500L with a USB-TTL cable] [http://www.myopenrouter.com/article/13859/How-To-Debrick-Your-NETGEAR-WNR3500L-Using-A-USB-TTL-Cable-on-Windows/ An article on de-bricking your WNR3500L with a USB-TTL cable]
-== Reverting back to factory firmware ==+==Mods==
- +[http://wiki.yzy-oui-fi.com/dashboard/wiki/index.php/Exchange_embed_wireless_antennas_for_external_antennas_on_Netgear_WNR3500L Exchange embedded wireless antennas for external antennas on Netgear WNR3500L]
-For now this is a WIP, but in the interim, you can simply follow this guide to revert back...+
- +
-[http://www.myopenrouter.com/article/16099/How-To-Reflash-Factory-Firmware-on-the-NETGEAR-WRN3500L-Without-A-Serial-Cable/ How to revert back to factory firmware]+
- +
-== Home Made stuff ==+
-[http://wiki.yzy-oui-fi.com/dashboard/wiki/index.php/Exchange_embed_wireless_antennas_for_external_antennas_on_Netgear_WNR3500L Exchange embed wireless antennas for external antennas on Netgear WNR3500L]+
[[Category:Netgear guides]] [[Category:Netgear guides]]

Revision as of 15:17, 16 July 2019

Contents

CAUTION:

This wiki is NOT for the WNR3500Lv2 (install guide here) which is a NAND flash device.
The WNR3500L (v1) is only properly recognized using a K26 build (in the broadcom_K26/ directory).
See K3X Builds for more information. All of the K26 builds have "K2.6" in the filename. Also, builds must be smaller than ~7.3 MB, or you will brick your device.

REQUIRED Reading

Read the Firmware FAQ and Peacock Announcement

Which Firmware?

The WNR3500Lv1 traditionally only supports the "NEWD-2_K2.6" firmware, but K3X has been reported to work. For build information and much more, see Where do I download firmware?.

Compare the features of different build versions here. This router has 8MB flash, but due to Netgear's partitioning, available space is reportedly ~7.3MB. Do not try larger builds, as this will overwrite required partitions.

Installation of DD-WRT from Netgear Firmware

Overview:

  • The WNR3500L requires K2.6 builds of DD-WRT (Update: see "K3X builds")
  • First download a trailed build .chk to flash to the router from Netgear factory firmware.
  • Once running DD-WRT, the .bin builds can be used
  • Research the forum for "New Build" and router model threads before selecting a build.
  • dd-wrt.v24-21061_NEWD-2_K2.6_mini-WNR3500L.chk has been reported to work for initial flash

Instructions:

  • Set a static IP (e.g. 192.168.1.8, subnet 255.255.255.0, gateway 192.168.1.1) on the PC for flashing.
  • Connect the PC to the router's LAN port (recommended to unplug everything else)
  • Perform a hard reset on the router.
  • Go to http://192.168.1.1
  • Cancel the router's automatic firmware update checking, then click on "Router Upgrade" in the left menu.
  • Upload the special .chk firmware file.
  • Wait 5 minutes after the router says it is done
  • Perform another reset, and clear the web browser cache between updates.
  • Repeat steps 4-7 with the .bin firmware file.
  • Login and start tweaking

K3X builds

There are some K3X builds that have been reported to work on the WNR3500L: K3X 33555 Mega works

  • If you attempt this, only flash when already running DD-WRT (there is no trailed build in K3X)
  • The router name doesn't recognize the v1, so reports "Router Model: Linksys WRT54G/GL/GS"

LAN Ports not Working

Use the VLAN config in the GUI.

Reverting back to factory firmware

For now this is a WIP, but in the interim, you can simply follow this guide to revert back:
How to revert back to factory firmware

Debricking

An article on de-bricking your WNR3500L with a USB-TTL cable

Mods

Exchange embedded wireless antennas for external antennas on Netgear WNR3500L