How to update your Ledger Nano X firmware - despinsjannelle/Ledger-guides GitHub Wiki
Updating your Ledger Nano X device to the latest firmware gives you access to enjoying optimal securities and new features. Keep in mind that updating your Ledger device has no impact on your crypto assets.
Please download the last update of Ledger Live Application:
1.Ledger Live for Windows 10/11
2.Ledger Live for MAC
3.Ledger Live for Android
Before you start
- Update your Ledger Live to the latest version.
- Make sure that you backup your seed phrase.
- Applications on your device will be automatically reinstalled after the update. If so, you can reinstall them manually.
Here’s how to do it
Updating Ledger Nano X firmware
1. Install and run Ledger Live. Open the Ledger Live app on your computer.
2. Connect your Ledger Nano X by plugging the device into your computer USB port and enter your device PIN unlock.
3. Click on the manager menu. Once your Ledger Nano X has connected successfully, navigate to the Manager menu and click on it.
4. On top of the screen, you’ll see a notification banner displayed. Click on “Update firmware” on the top right corner of your screen.
5. Read the displayed information and confirm that “you have your recovery phrase backed up” by ticking the box, then click on “Continue”
6. The firmware update will begin downloading from 0% to 100%.
7. Once the process is completed, you’ll need to match the identifier numbers on your computer screen with the numbers on your Ledger device.
8. Once you have confirmed on your Ledger device by pressing the buttons as indicated on the screen. Enter your pin. Your Ledger device will reboot into bootloader mode. The bootloader will start updating. Wait for the Bootloader updating process to finish.
9. After the bootloader has updated, wait for the firmware update process to finish. After that, your Ledger Nano X will restart. Enter your pin to unlock your device.
10. Firmware update successfully! Now, you have updated your Ledger Nano X firmware successfully. You can start installing apps back on your Ledger device again. Click on “Install apps” to proceed.
Note: If your device displays “Welcome to Ledger Nano X” after updating your firmware. It has been reset. But don’t worry because your assets are all safe. You only need to restore your private keys with your backup recovery phrase and reinstall your asset apps.
Also, in a rare case, if you experience Bluetooth pairing issues after updating your firmware, forget “Ledger Nano X” on your smartphone and connect back to your device again. If you experience issues while trying to update your Ledger Nano X firmware — please reach out to Ledger support for further assistance.