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OrbiOS 2.1.4 + Homekit
We’ve been monitoring issues that some users have experienced on OrbiOS 2.1.4 with Apple Homekit. In response, to those customers, we’re releasing firmware that provides a temporary work around to c...
Hello! The new Orbi software DID hose my HomeKit. I've been problem solving for days now - most of my devices say "no response."
I'm pleased to see that there is a hot fix out, but my MacBook doesnt actually have an ethernet port, and I don't have a dongle, so what do I do?
How many days before a permanent fix is out, that will upload over the air?
Chad
Chad,
Just download the img file(s) to your Mac, login to your Orbi, Advanced, Administration, Firmware Update, Manual. Do the sat first, when it’s rebooting do the router. No dongle or hard connection needed. It’s working great for me. Good Luck.
Great! I did it and it worked. (Some article said it needed an ethernet connection.)
The Links for the RBR40 RBS40 and RBY50s have been all updated to the correct files.
DarrenM
Netgear should add this bit of instructions for MacBook pro owners with USB-C only connections. I did not want to buy a dongle just for this process.I was able to upload the firmware via web and my Homekit is alive again so far.
IssyGal, I have no idea what you are trying to say in your post about MacBook Pro owners with USB-C only. You seem to have answered your own post. I’m interested in what you say as I am a MacBook owner with USB-C only. Please clarify
