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Orbi RBR50 bricked during update to 2.3.5.30
Router was on firmware 2.3.1.60. I downloaded the latest firmware update, 2.3.5.30, and via Ethernet cable. Router was performing the update and got stuck for a very long time. The router was unrespon...
The situation I had was a bit different. I didn’t get any lights to come on no matter which button to press....except for the power light which was on. Other than that there was absolutely no response from RBR50. I have since recycled the RBR50 but kept the satellite unit which I was able to reuse as an additional satellite when I bought a new set.
I am now afraid of doing updates on the RBK50. I will wait a month later to do it in case the update is bad.
I am now afraid of doing updates on the RBK50. I will wait a month later to do it in case the update is bad.
Retired_Member wrote:
The situation I had was a bit different. I didn’t get any lights to come on no matter which button to press....except for the power light which was on. Other than that there was absolutely no response from RBR50. I have since recycled the RBR50 but kept the satellite unit which I was able to reuse as an additional satellite when I bought a new set.
I am now afraid of doing updates on the RBK50. I will wait a month later to do it in case the update is bad.
it's best NOT to perform manual updates at all.