Where do I get Nikon camera firmware updates, and how do I install them on a D90?

Asked 9/19/2011

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I have a Nikon D90 and want to update its firmware. Where can I download the official Nikon firmware, and what are the basic steps to install it safely?

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Nikon Support Site lists all the firmware for their cameras. Download v1.0.2 for the D90 using that link.

I believe the steps are as follows:

  1. Unzip the file
  2. Run the setup routine and follow the instructions
  3. When finished navigate to your desktop
  4. Locate the Nikon folder
  5. Inside this folder copy the NKLD01002.BIN file to the root of the memory card
  6. Turn on camera and go to the menu
  7. Go to the setup menu (the wrench looking symbol)
  8. Select Update
  9. Confirm firmware upgrade (e: 1.000 -> 1.002)
  10. Click Yes
  11. DO NOT TOUCH THE CAMERA while the firmware updates.
  12. Message appears saying firmware updated and that camera needs to be turned off
  13. Turn camera off
  14. Turn camera on and navigate to the firmware menu option
  15. Ensure version number is now the new version (ie: 1.002)

NOTE: I have already upgraded mine, so you may actually be prompted at step 3.

Update 1

You can follow the instructions here: Updating Distortion Control Lens Data If you want picture based instructions.

Originally by user154. Source · Licensed CC BY-SA 4.0

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Get firmware only from Nikon’s official Support/Download Center. Look up your camera model (for example, Nikon D90), download the latest firmware, and follow Nikon’s included instructions.

Typical D90 process:

  1. Download the firmware from Nikon Support.
  2. Unzip/extract the download.
  3. Copy the firmware .BIN file to the root directory of a formatted memory card.
  4. Insert the card into the camera and make sure the battery is well charged.
  5. Turn the camera on, open the Setup menu (wrench icon), and choose Firmware version / Update.
  6. Confirm the update and let it finish.
  7. Do not turn the camera off or press buttons during the update.
  8. When prompted, power the camera off and back on.
  9. Check the firmware version in the menu to confirm the new version is installed.

The key points are: use Nikon’s official firmware, put the firmware file on the card root, and do not interrupt the camera while it is updating.

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