This package contains the files needed for installing the linksys nslu2 nas firmware 2. The upgrade to r76 was the only change, so i backed down to r73 and it. Nslu2 can be reached at the new ip provided in the. The default ip is the one that is set in the nvram, so openwrt will boot up with the ip it had under the former firmware. The nslu2linux project provides lots of information regarding linux on the nslu2. There are three parts to completing the installation of the unslung firmware. Keeping your linksys devices firmware or driver updated. When i came to pass on the nslu2 i had, it had an alternative firmware installed. Free trial driver booster 6 pro 60% off when you buy linksys nslu2 nas firmware 2. When trying to update i found out the following problems.
Official linksys support site user guides, downloads, faqs. We discuss, develop and modify the firmware and hardware of the linksys nslu2, the synology ds101, the iomega nas100d, the dlink dsmg600, and other ixp4xxbased devices with large attached storage. View and download linksys nslu2 user manual online. Locate and write down the model and version numbers located.
You can not just plug and play on any windows computer. An internals page listing the specs of the linksys nslu2. I got back to linksys website to download the firmware file again and found that there was a. If you have a windows desktop in your lan, you can make use of the nslu2 installation cd provided by linksys. There is alternative firmware such as openwrt that can be installed on it to allow it to act as a router, you can find other firmware that will even allow the unit to act as a pbx. Then press the reset button with a paper clip or small screwdriver and keep.
Nslu2 can be reached at the new ip provided in the previous step. Exploring the nslu2 by looking at its internal file structures using any method that doesnt modify its code should leave your warranty intact. Great for backups and whatever, but it can do so much more. Hacking the linksys nslu2 debian and more smallnetbuilder. You connect it to your lan, attach one or two external usb drives to it, format the drives and configure the shared storage using the builtin web server. Linksys official support network storage link for usb 2. Please notice that by flashing this nonlinksys image to your nslu2 you will void. Downloading the latest driver or firmware from the linksys. Keeping the driver or firmware of your linksys device updated will fix issues that you may have encountered while using it, and contain device feature enhancements that are not available in previous versions. The device runs a modified version of linux and by default, formats hard disks with the ext3 filesystem, but a firmware upgrade. You have to deactivate the windows firewall of the desktop you are using, otherwise the setup software on the linksys cd will not be able to find the nslu2 in your lan. You can also find an explanation of the boot process of the nslu2 running debian. Stay up to date with firmware improvements and ensure your devices optimal performance. If you are inexperienced with updating linksys network storage device drivers manually, we highly recommend downloading driverdoc to assist in updating your linksys nslu2 drivers.
Despite the optware package system being made available on many platforms, much of the documentation hasnt been updated so you may still see references to unslung and the nslu2 when the information also applies to other platforms. The chap i was handing it to just wanted a cheap way to serve up content from a disk to his kids devices, so reverting to the original linksys firmware made sense. Sku nslu2 user guide pdf downloads firmware register product. I hope first somebody undertandme and the someone that can help me thanks. So download a copy of the current firmware before you start, and dont go trying to get help from linksys if you break it.
It appears i can do everything without it except use flash drives. This article will provide you with instructions on how to download the latest driver or firmware for your linksys device. Essentially, its a tiny box with an ethernet port and two highspeed usb connectors. Get support for linksys network storage link for usb 2. This is not true for kamikaze svn tested with r8003. Purchase a linksys nslu2 and join our community if you are interested. I recently purchased a used nslu2, and it lacks the installation disc. It makes usb flash memory and hard disks accessible over a network using the smb protocol also known as windows file sharing or cifs.
Hi people, after finding out that many problems with the nslu2 comes with an old firmware version, i tried to update the fw of the nslu2 with the v2. Just follow the steps on the linksys manual in your box. This is not the default for other kamikaze platforms. It has been tested with windows 2000 sp4 and above, windows xp sp2 and above and windows vista.
The linksys nslu2 is not directly compatiable with the windows os. Changing the wifi settings using the linksys smart wifi cloud account. I have got a new beta firmware from linksys, however there is no. Originally written around december 2007 unslung is one of the user community developed linuxbased firmwares that can be loaded on to a linksys nslu2 to replace the original linksys firmware and augment the functionality of the device. This is the web presence of the nslu2linux development group and user community. Do not buy devices with 4mb flash 32mb ram if you intend to flash an uptodate and secure openwrt version 18. The linksys nslu2 is an inexpensive network attached storage server. Alternatively you can also directly connect the nslu2 with your pcs ethernet connector this time use a crossed ethernet cable.
The lady at the other end didnt see to know about using unslug2 to flash slug. At this time, optware supports the automatic download and installation of over 1500 programs. The sercomm update utility can be used on a windows machine to upgrade the firmware on an nslu2 using upgrade mode, similar to the basic usage of upslug2. Be sure you select the right hardware version for your router before downloading. The nslu2 is a networkattached storage nas device made by. While linksys does not support any of the alternate firmware. Sku nslu2 benutzerhandbuch im pdfformat downloads firmware produkt registrieren. Linksys nslu2 this device is not recommended for future use with openwrt due to low flashram. Vcci, en55022, en55024, ices003 class b, fcc part 15 b, emc interface provided. Does anyone know where i might be able to acquire an installation disc or download the flash utility installer.
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