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This article provides a step-by-step guide on how to back up your configuration and update the firmware on your SonicWall firewall device safely. Performing a backup before upgrading is essential to prevent configuration loss. | This article provides a step-by-step guide on how to back up your configuration and update the firmware on your SonicWall firewall device safely. Performing a backup before upgrading is essential to prevent configuration loss. | ||
==Prerequisites== | |||
*Administrative access to the SonicWall management interface. | *Administrative access to the SonicWall management interface. | ||
*The latest firmware file downloaded from the official MySonicWall portal. | *The latest firmware file downloaded from the official MySonicWall portal. | ||
* local computer with network access to the SonicWall Firewall device. | * local computer with network access to the SonicWall Firewall device. | ||
==BackUp Firewall Configuration== | |||
#Log in to the SonicWall management interface. | #Log in to the SonicWall management interface. | ||
#Go to Device in the top menu. | #Go to Device in the top menu. | ||
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'''Note:''' Keeping a local and external backup ensures configuration safety in case of upgrade issues. | '''Note:''' Keeping a local and external backup ensures configuration safety in case of upgrade issues. | ||
==Uploading the Firmware== | |||
#Go to Device Settings Firmware and Settings. | #Go to Device Settings Firmware and Settings. | ||
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After reboot, log in to confirm that the device is running the updated firmware version. | After reboot, log in to confirm that the device is running the updated firmware version. | ||
==Post-Upgrade Verification== | |||
#Verify firmware version under Device Settings Firmware and Settings. | #Verify firmware version under Device Settings Firmware and Settings. | ||
#Check network connectivity and service functionality. | #Check network connectivity and service functionality. | ||
#Ensure all security and VPN configurations are intact. | #Ensure all security and VPN configurations are intact. | ||
==Additional Recommendations== | |||
*Schedule firmware upgrades during maintenance windows. | *Schedule firmware upgrades during maintenance windows. | ||
*Always use firmware downloaded directly from MySonicWall. | *Always use firmware downloaded directly from MySonicWall. | ||
*Regularly back up configurations before and after updates. | *Regularly back up configurations before and after updates. | ||
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SonicWall Firmware Update
This article provides a step-by-step guide on how to back up your configuration and update the firmware on your SonicWall firewall device safely. Performing a backup before upgrading is essential to prevent configuration loss.
Prerequisites
- Administrative access to the SonicWall management interface.
- The latest firmware file downloaded from the official MySonicWall portal.
- local computer with network access to the SonicWall Firewall device.
BackUp Firewall Configuration
- Log in to the SonicWall management interface.
- Go to Device in the top menu.
- Navigate to Settings → Firmware and Settings.
- Create a Local Backup:
- Click Create Backup → Local Backup.
- This action saves your current configuration in the SonicWall’s memory.
- Export Configuration:
- Click Export Configuration.
- Save the exported .EXP file to a safe location on your PC.
Note: Keeping a local and external backup ensures configuration safety in case of upgrade issues.
Uploading the Firmware
- Go to Device Settings Firmware and Settings.
- Click Upload Firmware.
- Browse and select the downloaded firmware file from your computer.
- Click Upload.
- A warning message will appear asking for backup confirmation.
- Click OK if you have already completed the backup.
- Wait for the firmware to upload this process may take several minutes.
- Do not leave the page or power off the device during upload.
- Booting to the New Firmware
- Once the upload is complete, click the "Boot" icon on the far-right.
- Choose one of the following boot options:
- Uploaded Firmware with Current Configuration (Recommended)
- Uploaded Firmware with Factory Default Configuration
Note: Select the first option to retain your existing settings.
- A warning message will appear prompting for reboot confirmation.
- Click OK to proceed.
- The firewall will reboot automatically, applying the new firmware.
After reboot, log in to confirm that the device is running the updated firmware version.
Post-Upgrade Verification
- Verify firmware version under Device Settings Firmware and Settings.
- Check network connectivity and service functionality.
- Ensure all security and VPN configurations are intact.
Additional Recommendations
- Schedule firmware upgrades during maintenance windows.
- Always use firmware downloaded directly from MySonicWall.
- Regularly back up configurations before and after updates.
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