Using Telnet/SSH and the ubootenv set boot_part command (described below) it is possible to upgrade to a newer version of DD-WRT without the need to manually switch back to Stock Firmware Partition. All previously configured settings will remain intact.
Use the ubootenv get boot_part command to learn the current Partition in use.
Use the ubootenv set boot_part (1 or 2 – the opposite number returned in Step 1) command.
DO NOT REBOOT
In DD-WRT GUI – Administration Tab – Firmware Upgrade Sub Tab: Upload the new ’dd-wrt webflash.bin’ file for your Router & Hardware Version. MAKE SURE THAT NO RESET IS SELECTED.
After Firmware Upgrade is finished the Router will automatically reboot.
*You should now have the new DD-WRT upgrade on the current Partition and OEM Firmware will still be intact on opposite partition."
I was hoping that there is the same trick for OpenWrt.
ubootenv get boot_part doesn't workin ssh on OpenWRT its another command.
1) Use the fw_printenv boot_part command to learn the current Partition in use.
2) Use the fw_setenv boot_part (1 or 2 – the opposite number returned in Step 1) command.
3) DO NOT REBOOT
4) In OpenWRT GUI – System – Backup / Flash Firmware: Upload the new ’sysimage’ file for your Router & Hardware Version. MAKE SURE THAT KEEP SETTINGS IS SELECTED.
5) After Firmware Upgrade is finished the Router will automatically reboot.
I understand that this method is only for DD-WRT.
I'm just a user, and not very savvy specialist on these issues. I saw that DD-WRT can do such a thing.
And I decided to ask if there was anything like it on OpenWrt.
Maybe I vaguely spoke out because I am not a native speaker of English.
You should not be so touchy. These are just questions to figure out.
P.S.
OpenWrt is what I need.
Dear SuperMouse,
Heelo and yes - you were a bit vague initially by not describing the DD-WRT method of achieving what you desired from OpenWrt. However, on my behalf - I apologize and wish you well as you embark on your adventures and use of Dave's Builds. Generally, people here are very helpful in this Community and go the extra mile to assist others. I would say that in the end - you got the answer to your question as well. Anyway, Welcome and God Bless. Also, a softer kinder respectful tone is always best when employed by all concerned parties.
The Devel ATMaterial theme has just been merged to Master, For those that liked the Router Name being in place instead of the router OpenWRT Logo do not worry, I am going to place that as another theme with all the corrections made with devel just minus the logo so you can choose between the both of them. Will be uploading the .ipk in the releases area soon enough.
New Default Theme:
Uninstall atmaterial theme via the WebGUI then SSH in to your router and issue the following command
Thanks, going to give it one more try. I’m using Openwrt right now. Can I just use the upgrade.bin too get this firmware on my part2 drive? And one thing, what settings are you running on wifi? I’m going too use 5ghz. Is the wifi stable with the latest driver?
using sysupgrade will flash to the other partition, I have been using the DC502 WRT firmware for a while now and its stable as a rock on 5Ghz on 80mhz bands not sure fully on 160mhz as i don't have the new Wireless card yet as its coming from germany.
Also the Original theme without the OpenWRT logo has been compiled simply SSH in to your router and use the following command
This will download and install it at once and you can select it by clicking linksysmaterial in the WebGUI this is a pre-release though as i need to make some changes still on both themes.
With some ISP's using NAT, it didn't surprise me, but thought it could also be behind another router too.