Older units used a Windows utility over USB-B. This is less common today but still functional on Windows 7/10.
Realistically, NetAlly has announced “maintenance-only” support for the LinkRunner AT series. Do not expect new features. The last production firmware date was 2021. However, the device remains usable for another 5-7 years as long as 802.1X and LLDP don’t undergo radical changes.
If you are still using a LinkRunner AT 1000 in a modern network, ensure you are on version 2.1.5 (or whatever the final build is at the time of reading). Bookmark the NetAlly legacy downloads page and check it twice a year. linkrunner at 1000 firmware
The LinkRunner AT 1000 is not a static device. When it was first released, Gigabit Ethernet was the standard, but 2.5GBASE-T, 5GBASE-T, and advanced PoE standards (like 802.3bt Type 4) were on the horizon. Firmware updates serve several crucial purposes:
Before you attempt any update, you must know what is currently running on your device. The process is simple: Older units used a Windows utility over USB-B
The most common legacy versions you will encounter are v1.0.0, v1.2.5, v2.0.0, and the final production release v2.6.1. If you see a version starting with v1.x.x, you are significantly behind.