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==CAUTION:== ==CAUTION:==
-<span style="color:#FF0000">'''The WNR3500L ([https://wikidevi.com/wiki/Netgear_WNR3500Lv1 v1]) is only properly recognized using a K26 build'''</span> (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. '''This wiki is NOT for the [https://wikidevi.com/wiki/Netgear_WNR3500Lv2 WNR3500Lv2]''' which uses K3X builds.+'''<span style="color:#FF0000">This wiki is NOT for the</span> [https://wikidevi.wi-cat.ru/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 [https://wikidevi.wi-cat.ru/Netgear_WNR3500Lv1 WNR3500Lv1] is only properly recognized using a K26 build''' (in the broadcom_K26/ directory).<br>'''NOTE:''' builds must be '''smaller than ~7.3 MB'''(7,654,604.8 Bytes or 7,475.2 KB) , or you will brick your device.<br>'''NOTE:''' larger images have been successfully flashed, but always exercise caution!<br>See [[#K3X builds|K3X Builds]] for more information.
==REQUIRED Reading== ==REQUIRED Reading==
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==Which Firmware?== ==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?]].+The WNR3500Lv1 traditionally only supports the "NEWD-2_K2.6" firmware, but [[#K3X builds|K3X]] has been reported to work.<br>
- +For build information and much more, see [[Index:FAQ#Which_router_should_I_buy.3F|Where do I download firmware?]].<br>
-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.+Compare the features of different build versions [[Version Features]].<br>
 +'''NOTE:''' This router has 8MB flash, but due to Netgear's partitioning, available space is reportedly ~7.3MB (7,654,605 B or 7,475 KB.<br>
 +'''CAUTION:''' Do not try larger builds, as this will overwrite required partitions.<br>
 +'''NOTE:''' [https://forum.dd-wrt.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=329570 The largest build reported to successfully flash is 47033 K3x] (7667712 Bytes = 7.3125MB).
==Installation of DD-WRT from Netgear Firmware== ==Installation of DD-WRT from Netgear Firmware==
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==K3X builds== ==K3X builds==
-There are some K3X builds that have been reported to work on the WNR3500L:+There are some K3X builds that have been reported to work on the WNR3500L:<br>
-[https://www.dd-wrt.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=311850 K3X 33555 Mega works]+*[https://www.dd-wrt.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=311850 K3X 33555 Mega works]<br>
-*If you attempt this, only flash when already running DD-WRT (there is no trailed build in K3X)+*[https://forum.dd-wrt.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=329570 K3X 47033 Mega Works]<br>
-*The router name doesn't recognize the v1, so reports "Router Model: Linksys WRT54G/GL/GS"+*[https://forum.dd-wrt.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=332080 K3X 48810 Mega Works]<br>
 +'''NOTE: '''If you attempt this, only flash when already running DD-WRT (there is no trailed build in K3X prior to [https://download1.dd-wrt.com/dd-wrtv2/downloads/betas/2020/05-05-2020-r43055/broadcom_K3X/ 43055])<br>
 +'''NOTE: '''The router name doesn't recognize the v1, but reports "Router Model: Linksys WRT54G/GL/GS"
==LAN Ports not Working== ==LAN Ports not Working==

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[edit] CAUTION:

This wiki is NOT for the WNR3500Lv2 (install guide here) which is a NAND flash device.
The WNR3500Lv1 is only properly recognized using a K26 build (in the broadcom_K26/ directory).
NOTE: builds must be smaller than ~7.3 MB(7,654,604.8 Bytes or 7,475.2 KB) , or you will brick your device.
NOTE: larger images have been successfully flashed, but always exercise caution!
See K3X Builds for more information.

[edit] REQUIRED Reading

Read the Firmware FAQ and Peacock Announcement

[edit] 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 Version Features.
NOTE: This router has 8MB flash, but due to Netgear's partitioning, available space is reportedly ~7.3MB (7,654,605 B or 7,475 KB.
CAUTION: Do not try larger builds, as this will overwrite required partitions.
NOTE: The largest build reported to successfully flash is 47033 K3x (7667712 Bytes = 7.3125MB).

[edit] 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

[edit] K3X builds

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

NOTE: If you attempt this, only flash when already running DD-WRT (there is no trailed build in K3X prior to 43055)
NOTE: The router name doesn't recognize the v1, but reports "Router Model: Linksys WRT54G/GL/GS"

[edit] LAN Ports not Working

Use the VLAN config in the GUI.

[edit] 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

[edit] Debricking

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

[edit] Mods

Exchange embedded wireless antennas for external antennas on Netgear WNR3500L

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