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New Orbi 50 series Firmware Version 2.5.1.32 FW Release
RBR50, RBS50, RBK50, and RBK53
New Features and Enhancements:
- Improves the NTP sync speed and success rate
- Includes updates to the Terms and Conditions and adds a Privacy Policy link
Bug Fixes:
- Fixes the incorrect power setting on the WiFi Transmit Power Control
- Fixes potential issues with the Armor activation
Get it here:
https://kb.netgear.com/000062062/RBR50-RBS50-Firmware-Version-2-5-1-32
Update the RBS first then RBR lastly.
A factory reset and setup from scratch maybe needed if you encounter problems after updating FW.
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This is strange. So my router and 2 satellites have firmware version 2.5.1.16. And after clicking Check in the interface the status for each is "No new firmware version available." even though version 2.5.1.32 is available.
Is there an intentional delay between a new firmware version release and having it downloaded and available through the UI in the Online Update tab? Maybe it is intentional to ensure that if problems are discovered from customers who manually update the firmware, fixes can be made before the majority of customers who do Online Updates update their firmware? Is that accurate to assume?
Seems to be a mixed bag. Some are seeing it appear in the UI and some are not. ALso may not be up on there notification servers yet either. Also this is a minor update which NG has said they don't push automatically. Minor versions are not pushed.
So you have the choice of updating or not.
aptninja wrote:Is that accurate to assume?
There are many theories regarding how Netgear releases firmware. I have never seen an actual statement from Netgear explaining the process. Fortunately, there is no urgency to update firmware unless the Orbi is not performing as expected and the release notes mention a change that addresses the problem.
My own practice is to wait a minimum of 2-3 weeks to let the "early adopters" discover if it is safe to update or not.
I just upgraded after having lots of issues with the previous fireware and so far so good (2 days in).
I normally wait as well, but needed to start fresh and just went for the latest.
You can update them manually if you'd like. Have your router and IP addresses written down for each unit and the firmware downloaded before you start.
1. Disconnect all the ethernet cables
2. Turn off your wireless adapter on you computer
3. Connect your orbi to your PC via ethernet cable
4. Type in the IP address for the unit you're updating
5. Enter admin and whatever your password is
6. When you're in the setup go to advanced-administration-firmware update
7. Go to the manual update tab
8. Select the firmware you downloaded from Netgear
9. Hit the upload tab
I updated all three of my units and so far so good.
- I already update my Orbi RBR50 and RBS50, can consider best update ever. Big improve in wifi connection stability.
I have never been able to get my Orbi 50 to update by doing the check, it always says that it's up to date even when I know there is an update available... why can't Netgear get this to work? It's been like this for years and I wouldn't recommend a Netgear product because of thiss!
What Firmware version is currently loaded?
What is the Mfr and model# of the Internet Service Providers modem/ONT the NG router is connected too?Some FW uddates don't appear on there services until later on. Sometimes there maybe a ISP or modem issue preventing the RBR to getting to the update services.
When then happens users have the ability to manually download FW files for there systems that NG makes avaialble on there download web site. Users can easily download the FW files, unpack the .zip files and apply the update to the RBS first then the RBR lastly using the RBS and RBRs web page. It's pretty easy to do using a wired PC and web browser.
NicevilleSteve wrote:I have never been able to get my Orbi 50 to update by doing the check, it always says that it's up to date even when I know there is an update available... why can't Netgear get this to work? It's been like this for years and I wouldn't recommend a Netgear product because of thiss!
Dear, I already upgrade firmware RBR50 and RBS50 from 2.5.1.16 to 2.5.1.32. After 2 week running firmware 2.5.1.32, result more stable in wifi connectivity, still experience wifi connection loss, but can be ignore at current level.
What channels are you using? Auto? Try setting manual channel 1, 6 or 11 on 2.4Ghz and any unused channel on 5Ghz.
Any Wifi Neighbors near by? If so, how many?Has a factory reset and setup from scratch been performed since last FW update?
jijun1964 wrote:Dear, I already upgrade firmware RBR50 and RBS50 from 2.5.1.16 to 2.5.1.32. After 2 week running firmware 2.5.1.32, result more stable in wifi connectivity, still experience wifi connection loss, but can be ignore at current level.
I updated 2 days ago and have no apparent issues with performance or connectivity so that's good. I did have to reconnect my alarm system manually tho, it didn't just reconnect on its own. I have also noticed that the log no longer shows DHCP requests at all now or when a device connects via WiFi. It also doesn't seem to retain any information beyond 24 hours either.
FYI, I got word from NG that v32 has been pullfed or the 50 series Orbi systems. NG feels that there were problems they found that needs to be resolved.
I recommend users load v16. That version worked well for me at least. if you have v32 loaded and don't experience any problems, keep it loaded. IF you are experiencing problems, revert back to v16.
Any idea what the issues were / are?
I was successful in updating the two satellites in my network yet, I am unable to update the RBR50. Updating the two satellites from 2.5.1.16 to the latest firmware was easy. The main router is proving to be tough.
Be sure you downloaded the FW file for the RBR and unpacked the .zip file.
Use a wired PC and web broswer, IE11, Firefox or opera to update the RBR using it's web page.
If something happens, you might want to stay at v32 since it was pulled from there download site.
spewak wrote:I was successful in updating the two satellites in my network yet, I am unable to update the RBR50. Updating the two satellites from 2.5.1.16 to the latest firmware was easy. The main router is proving to be tough.
Dea, after I update firmware to v2.5.1.31, I have issue with Orbi Web view don't display any "Attached Devices", same as on mobile device. on mobile app still show connected RBS.
Has a factory reset and setup from scratch been performed since last FW update?
Press the back reset button for 15 seconds then release.Try a different browser, IE11, Edge, Firefix or Opera.
Be sure to clear all browser caches before starting the setup wizard.
IF this fails to correct the problem, please revert back to v16:
jijun1964 wrote:Dea, after I update firmware to v2.5.1.31, I have issue with Orbi Web view don't display any "Attached Devices", same as on mobile device. on mobile app still show connected RBS.
See my giant post if you can find it, seems its either not posted or being reviewed, I have the same issue with wireless devices using DHCP and as well as static wireless devices. I can tell you that a default doesn't fix anything so don't bother. I just went through this all this morning and no change.
Wired devices seem perfectly fine
