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R7000 cannot update firmware using Nighthawk App
I am unable to update the firmware (V.1.0.9.88) via the Nighthawk app. When I check for updates via the app it tells me none are available. I'm not sure how to update the router otherwise. Suggestion...
Like FURRYe38 says, do the manual update with the R7000. The r7000 has had firmware issues. It seems like it does the best with the manual update, then a factory reset, and installing fresh (not from a backup).
here's the guide for manual update:
https://kb.netgear.com/23960/How-do-I-manually-update-the-firmware-on-my-NETGEAR-router
and where to get the firmware: