Upgrade firmware on your ZyXEL PK5000Z modem

Upgrade Firmware is a way to upgrade the permanent software programmed into your modem. Updates are provided to add features or improve your modem's performance. Here are some things to keep in mind before you start the upgrade:

Use Internet Explorer or Safari. 
Use an Ethernet connection.
 Updates will NOT reset the custom settings in your modem.
Blue Advanced Step 1-3
  1. Connect a device directly to your modem.
  1. Open a web browser and go to
  1. Select "Advanced Setup."
  1. Select "Upgrade Firmware."
  1. Check the "Upgrade Status." If the upgrade status shows:
    Upgrade Firmware proceed to the next step to upgrade the firmware.
    Firmware is up to date or N/A, you are done.
  1. To download the latest firmware, you can:
    Select the "Download" button in the modem GUI or
    Download the latest firmware here: QZP004-
  1. Select the drop down next to 'Save'.
  1. Select the "Save as."
  1. Select "Desktop."
  1. Select "Save."
  1. Select "Browse."
  1. Select "Desktop."
  1. Select the firmware file that you just saved to your desktop.
  1. Select "Upgrade Firmware."
  1. This screen will show the progress of the upgrade. This step will take about 2 minutes.
  1. This screen tells you the modem is rebooting. This step will take about 3 minutes.
  1. When the upgrade is complete you will be taken to the 'Modem GUI Login' screen. Wait 2-5 minutes for the DSL and Internet lights on the modem to turn green before trying to access the internet.
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