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what is the latest firmware version V1.8.0.6 or 1.5.0.12
hi i just got 2 orbi sets today, i actually plan to install only 1 router and 2 satellites (but satellites were not available for sale on their own in switzerland) I am confused about the firmware ...
actually found the solution
the trick is to ignore the upload option on the interface, choose update directly and upload through the pop screen that appears afterwards.
seems to work :)
Was able to update with no problem, check for Firmware said new version available and it downloaded and updated both main and satellite units with no issues. however, yet to be seen what list of issues were fixed if any or just another useless update.
Very odd version number bumpas well, it would indicate some substantial change IMHO. Or maybe the firware is composed of multiple pieces (i.e. imagine there is Netgear software, some Qualcomm driver/firmware part as well, etc and one of those parts got a bump?
It would be nice if the mods can share more info on what kinds of things are fixed.
an update on my part...
I was busy until tonight and did not try installing 1.5.0.12 as suggested. I was aiming to do it tonight and as soon as i had time, i looked for the previously found 1.5 firmware version on the netgear website ( about an hour ago) . However, surprise, netgear had updated the files and they are now making available v 1.8 for manual download for both router and satellite on their site.
So, i thought, great, i will just download both and do an update from 1.3 to 1.8 for both router and satellite
Unfortunately i didn't read the small print on the release notes that suggested to upgrade the satellites first.
I updated the router firmware, no issue.
then tried to upload the satellite firmware to the web interface and it gives and error says "this is not the right file " (and yes it is the RBS file)..
any suggestions?
