WRT160N v3 bricked?

Hi, something strange happened with my WRT160N v3. After some hours off when I plug in it again it doesn't work. All 4 LAN's lights and Internet light are lit, static. The other two are off. The router doesn't boot or anything like that, it just turn on that lights and that's all. I've tried with another power supply but that's not the problem. Also tried to reset but didn't work. LAN communication it's impossible (I think) because Windows says the network cable is unplugged when I conect it. It's like ping to the air. Really don't know what else can I do, so any suggestions will be helpful. Thanks in advance and sorry about my nonnative english xD.

To test if the router will still reply do this test:
1. Open command prompt.
2. Type in ping 192.168.1.1 -t
3. Push the reset button of the router for 30 seconds while the power is on.
3. Still holding down the reset button, unplug the power cord for another 30 seconds.
4. Do not release the reset button, plug in the power cord and hold it in for another 30 seconds. Check if you get any replies from the router at this point.
5. Use another computer or another ethernet cable to further test the connection.
If you still get network cable unplugged or just get "Request Time Out", then most probably your router is dead. Better let it rest and buy a new one instead.

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    If this experience has taught me anything is that I should probably stick to Sony Ericsson or not buy Sony Mobile products at all.  My old Sony-Ericsson T515 never gave me any hiccups as big as this Xperia ZR is giving me.
    ZRSUCKS
    Dear ZRSUCKS,
    Thank you for contacting Sony Xperia™ Online Support.
    We have an extended guide that should help you fix the issue on your phone, please follow the instructions carefully:
    Visit this link:
    http://www.sonymobile.com/us/tools/pc-companion/
    Click on Download PC Companion
    Run the software and install it
    Turn the phone off and disconnect it from the computer
    1. No matter what the program says do not connect the phone until you complete step 9
    2. In the welcome screen you will see the different modules available for you including the "Support Zone" option. Click on "Start" below it.
    3. On the next page Click on "Start" under "Phone Software Update"
    At this point if you get an error stating that "Unable to install update components" or "Server is busy" , then please proceed to step 12
    4. The program will say that there is no phone connected. Click on the option below that reads: "Repair my phone" the program will issue you a warning about the content that you will lose during the update
    5. Choose the option to continue.
    6. The program will issue a final message warning you of possible data lost during the update. Click on the checkmark and then on "Next".
    7. After that, the program will download the necessary information (5 to 6 minutes) and it will present you with a list of phones.
    8. Choose your phones model from the list then click on "Next" then you will see a new section telling you how to connect the phone. (don't connect it yet)
    At this point the phone must be off and disconnected from the PC.
    9. Connect the cable to the PC not to the phone, then while pressing and holding the indicated button (in the steps on screen an specific button will be shown for you to press on the phone) connect the cable to the phone and keep holding the indicated button until the program says "the update of your phone has started..." (in some cases a message of  "Installing drivers" will appear before the message of "the update of your phone has started..."  is shown.)
    10. If you failed to follow the steps correctly the phone will turn on and it will request that you "Proceed with the following steps, slide down the notification bar", If this happens disconnect the phone from the cable, turn it off and repeat from step 9).
    11. If the phone is connected properly, PC Companion will proceed with the update ( It will tell you to let go of the back key) then wait for the update to finish and follow instructions on screen to disconnect the unit.
    Dear Customer,
    12. If "Unable to install update components"
    1. Close PC Companion
    2. Install Java from: http://www.java.com
    3. Start PC Companion again and try to do the software unlock process once more.
    Note: If you wish only to update the unit wait for the program to open and then select the quick link on the upper left corner that says "Update Phone/Tablet" and follow the instructions to perform the update. (the PC may request for the phone to be placed in Mass Storage mode. Do this by going into Settings>Xperia>Connectivity>USB connection mode)
    As part of Sony Mobile's commitment to excellent customer service, we offer a wide variety of mobile products to suit your lifestyle. If you require more information, or have any other questions, please visit www.sonymobile.com or call us at  1-866-766-9374 .
    Kind Regards,
    Mayelin
    Sony Xperia US Customer Services

    Use SUS instead
    Update Service (SUS)
    http://www.sonymobile.com/gb/tools/update-service/
    http://www-support-downloads.sonymobile.com/Software%20Downloads/Update_Service_Setup-2.11.12.5.exe
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