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Update firmware via app or web?
Hello: I use the Orbi RBR50 router with the RBS50 satellite at my home here in India. The Orbi app on my iPhone says that I am using firmware version V2.3.5.30IN. The support web site says that the c...
I usually recommend people upgrade over a hardwired connection.
Its not supposed to make a difference as the upgrade process is supposed to be hosted on the router/satellites.
But usually when I see corrupt firmware issues, its when done over wireless or using the app.
So I recommend doing it hardwired into the router
What are the most reliable instructions for how to update firmware from my computer? (I use a Mac.) Thanks!
shankara wrote:What are the most reliable instructions for how to update firmware from my computer? (I use a Mac.) Thanks!
https://kb.netgear.com/000058278/How-do-I-update-the-firmware-of-my-Orbi-WiFi-System
is your system not working or unstable?
My system is mostly OK. I was looking into firmware upgrades for possible security patches. I have not updated the firmware at all since I bought the Orbi in October 2019.
What FW version do you have loaded currently?
It's best to update the RBS first then RBR lastly if you do.
V104 is latest. Just avoid using Traffic Meter feature. Seems to break Orbi operation recently.
I recommend that you factory reset and setup from scratch if you apply v104.
shankara wrote:My system is mostly OK. I was looking into firmware upgrades for possible security patches. I have not updated the firmware at all since I bought the Orbi in October 2019.
