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    Safe to flash router firmware through a VM?

    Discussion in 'Networking and Wireless' started by RWUK, Jun 22, 2011.

  1. RWUK

    RWUK Notebook Evangelist

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    Is this possible or would it have bricking potential? I don't see why it would but but wanted to ask around before I attempt. I'd like to get DDWRT onto a WRT54G using a guest install of Windows.
     
    RWUK, Jun 22, 2011
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    Safe as long as you use a wired connection. However, you want to be extra careful when you flash the bootloader.
     
    metril, Jun 25, 2011
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    RWUK Notebook Evangelist

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    Can you elaborate more on 'extra care' please? I'll be doing it wired to the router and on a computer with a UPS.
     
    RWUK, Jun 27, 2011
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    If you're wired and both the computer and router are on a UPS, you'll be fine. The biggest problems with firmware flashing are lack of patience and loss of power.
     
    woofer00, Jun 27, 2011
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    If the VM crashes, goodbye router.
     
    metril, Jun 28, 2011
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