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Early AccessOmada SDN Controller_V5.15.6.4 Pre-Release Firmware(Released on Oct 18th, 2024)

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Omada SDN Controller_V5.15.6.4 Pre-Release Firmware(Released on Oct 18th, 2024)

2024-10-18 03:23:02 - last edited 2024-12-10 09:06:16

Model: Omada Software Controller (Linux) Omada Software Controller (Windows)

Hardware Version:

Firmware Version:

This Article Applies to

Omada_SDN_Controller_v5.15.6.4 Windows (Windows 7/8/10/11/Server, 64bit Recommended)

Omada_SDN_Controller_v5.15.6.4_linux_x64.tar

Omada_SDN_Controller_v5.15.6.4_linux_x64.deb

Overview

We hope to offer you a chance to experience the new features added in the Controller v5.15.6.4 in advance, and also give us TP-Link the opportunity to fully test the firmware in your real network environment and scenarios before the official release. All feedback is welcome, including letting us know about successful upgrades.

Release Notes

New Features

1. Added support for Gateways: DR3650v, ER703WP-4G-Outdoor.
2. Added support for APs: EAP775-Wall, EAP625GP-Wall, EAP115-Bridge v2.0, EAP211-Bridge v2.0, EAP215-Bridge v2.0.
3. Added support to disable ports in the properties window of device.
4. Added support for batch import and export of Radius users in Site View > Settings > Network > Profile > RADIUS Profile > RADIUS Users.
5. Added support to configure DSL Gateway features in Site View > Settings > Wired&Wireless Networks > WAN Mode:

Virtual WAN
VoIP
DSL Dialing
TP-link DDNS

Enhancements

1. Optimized NAT Configuration, limit the entries of NAT according to Alias IP.
2. Optimized WLAN Optimization, added support to deploy Channel Width and Channel.
3. Optimized properties window, added support for Loopback Detection in Device > Properties window > Config > Services > Loopback Control.
4. Optimized the following features in Omada App:

Added support for NTP configuration.
Added support for Static Routing.
Optimized properties window of the device

Notes

1. This version of the Controller is fully applied to the Omada APP of version 4.20 or above.

2. Omada SDN Controller can only manage certain devices running the supported firmware. Please confirm that your device is compatible with the SDN Controller.

3. Since version 5.14.32.2, Omada Software Controller no longer supports upgrade from Controller v4.

4. Since version 5.14.32.2, Omada Software Controller(windows) only supports installation on Windows64-bit platform.

Firmware Download

Before the Upgrade

(1) Please be sure you have read the Beta Test Agreement before upgrading the Pre-release firmware!

(2) For the sake of insurance, it's always recommended to save a copy of the controller Backup Config file before upgrading or downgrading.

(3) You may follow the following guide to upgrade your Omada Controller. How to Upgrade or Downgrade Omada SDN Controller.

Firmware Download Link

Direct Download

~~Omada_SDN_Controller_v5.15.6.4_pre-release_windows~~

~~Omada_SDN_Controller_v5.15.6.4_pre-release_linux_x64_deb~~

~~Omada_SDN_Controller_v5.15.6.4_pre-release_x64_tar.gz~~

Additional Information

If somehow you encounter an issue during or after the controller upgrade, it's suggested to contact us with the following info:

Omada Controller version (previous and current)
Device Model(s), Hardware and Firmware versions
(if possible) A copy of the Log file and Backup Config file

If you decide to downgrade the controller before reporting the issue to TP-Link, it's suggested to save a copy of the current Log file and Backup Config file before you do that, which could help to investigate and address the issue quickly.

>> How to get the Log file and Backup Config file for Omada SDN Controller:

If your Windows software controller failed to get launched, please locate the controller installation path for the Log file.
If it's not a launch issue, you can export the Log file and Backup Config file in the local network.
- For Omada Controller v5.8 or later version,
  
  In the Global View, go to Settings > Maintenance > Backup & Restore > Retained Data Backup, select Settings Only, then click Export for the Backup Config file. On the same page, scroll down for Export for Support, click Export Running Logs for desensitized Log file.
- For Omada Controller v5.6 or v5.7,
  
  Go to Settings > Maintenance > Backup & Restore > Retained Data Backup, select Settings Only, then click Export for the Backup Config file. On the same page, scroll down for Export for Support, click Export Running Logs for desensitized Log file.
- For Omada Controller v5.5 or previous version,
  
  Go to Settings > Maintenance > Backup & Restore > Retained Data Backup, select Settings Only, then click Export for the Backup Config file . Go to Settings > Services > Export Data > Running Log to export the Log file.