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Summary: This article explains how to manually update your Wi-Fi device | ||||
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How can I check whether my Wi-Fi device is up to date?
From your Wi-Fi device's settings page.
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Open the Enki app and go to the "Home" screen. Follow these steps: 01 - Select your Wi-Fi device's tile to open its control page. 02 - Click the gear icon 03 - At the bottom of the settings, under "Advanced settings," check the device's software version. |
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How do I check whether an update is available? If an update is available for your Wi-Fi device, the "Update" option appears below the firmware version, as shown opposite. |
Check the latest version available in our FAQ.
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Start by identifying your device type by checking which entry you added it under in the app. Open the Enki app and go to the main "Home" screen. Then: 01 - Select your Wi-Fi device's tile to access its control page. 02 - Click the gear icon 03 - In the "Device information" section, you will see the model of your Wi-Fi device, corresponding to the selected entry. |
| Carefully note the model displayed in the app to perform an in-depth search in our FAQ dedicated to the latest software version. This process is intended to provide you with precise answers and to check the most recent software version for your Wi-Fi device. |
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04 - See the article: What is the latest software version for my Wi-Fi device? 05 - Identify your Wi-Fi device by checking the brand and model in your app, then find the corresponding software version.
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After identifying your device's software version, compare it with the one indicated in our FAQ. To do this: 06 - Select your Wi-Fi device's tile to access its control page. 07 - Click the gear icon 08 - At the bottom of the settings, under "Advanced settings," check the software version and compare it with the one in the FAQ. |
How do I update my Wi-Fi device?
Through your Wi-Fi device's settings page.
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Make sure that your device is powered on and controllable through the Enki app: 01 - From "Home," select the device's tile. 02 - Tap "⏻" to change its status. The device should respond as follows:
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03 - On the control page, click the gear-shaped icon 04 - Select " 05 - Confirm the update by clicking "Yes" after the message appears: "An update is available. Would you like to start it? The device will be unavailable during the update." 06 - The update starts, with the text "Updating..." below "Update." |
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It is important to note that when you return to the main "Home" menu, the message "Updating" appears below your device's name. This indicates that the update is in progress. Wait until it is complete to fully use your Wi-Fi device and its new features. |
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⚠ It is crucial never to turn off your Wi-Fi device during an update, as this could seriously damage it or even make it unusable. The firmware update requires continuous power to ensure correct installation and optimal operation. Also make sure that you have a stable Internet connection on your router throughout the update, as any interruption may cause errors and block the device. |
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During the update of your Wi-Fi device, it will behave as follows:
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After the update, your Wi-Fi device will restart and behave as follows:
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| After restarting, your Wi-Fi device will lose its connection to the Internet router and the platform. It will therefore appear disconnected, with a " ! " displayed on its tile in the "Home" menu to indicate that it is offline. |
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After your Wi-Fi device restarts, it will automatically reconnect and display the following status:
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| 07 - Check that your Wi-Fi device has the latest software version. |
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08 - Finally, test your Wi-Fi device by turning it on or off in the app. It should respond as follows:
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Perform a power cycle of the Wi-Fi device.
| 01 - Unplug your Wi-Fi device from its power source. | ||||
| Fan on | Turn off the power: | Fan off | ||
| Light on | Unplug the Wi-Fi device | Light off | ||
| Please wait at least three minutes for the device to fully discharge and appear offline in the app. |
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How do I know if my Wi-Fi device is offline? A small " ! " appears on the Wi-Fi device's tile in the "Home" menu, indicating that it is disconnected from our platform. |
| 02 - Plug your Wi-Fi device back in and wait for it to reconnect to your network. | ||||
| Fan off | Restore the power: | Fan on | ||
| Light off | Reconnect the Wi-Fi device to the power supply | Light on | ||
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03 - Once reconnected to your Wi-Fi network and our platform, your Wi-Fi device will check for the software update. During the download, the message "Updating" will appear on the device's tile. Please wait while the update downloads. |
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⚠ It is crucial never to turn off your Wi-Fi device during an update, as this could seriously damage it or even make it unusable. The firmware update requires continuous power to ensure correct installation and optimal operation. Also make sure that you have a stable Internet connection on your router throughout the update, as any interruption may cause errors and block the device. |
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During the update of your Wi-Fi device, it will behave as follows:
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After the update, your Wi-Fi device will restart and behave as follows:
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| After restarting, your Wi-Fi device will lose its connection to the Internet router and the platform. It will therefore appear disconnected, with a " ! " displayed on its tile in the "Home" menu to indicate that it is offline. |
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After your Wi-Fi device restarts, it will automatically reconnect and display the following status:
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| 04 - Check that your Wi-Fi device has the latest software version. |
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05 - Finally, test your Wi-Fi device by turning it on or off in the app. It should respond as follows:
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Things to know about your device:
How do I check whether my Wi-Fi device is up to date?
Check your Wi-Fi device's settings page in the Enki app to see whether the “Update” option is available.
How do I find out the latest firmware version?
See the FAQ article listing the latest versions of compatible Wi-Fi devices, then compare it with the version in the Enki app. See: What is the latest software version available for my Wi-Fi device?.
What should I do if the update does not install?
Make sure you have a stable Wi-Fi connection. Restart your Internet router, wait for it to reconnect, then restart the Wi-Fi device near the router.
Can I interrupt the download through the app?
No, once started, the update cannot be interrupted.
Can I turn off the power or connection during the update?
No, this could irreversibly damage the device and make it unusable.