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RBR760 firmware for WPA2/3 support
The Orbi iphone app (v2.45.1.1), WiFi Settings -> security Method choices are limited to 4 options (None, WPA2, WPA/WPA2, WPA3). Some of my devices do not support WPA3, so I was looking for one that allows a mix (something like WPA2/WPA3).
Other posts suggest upgrading the firmware to v7, but my Orbi app says that the installed firmware (v6.3.8.5_1.4.80) is up to date and no upgrades are available. The NetGear web downloads page says the same thing.
Is there a way to get support for the hybrid/transition WPA2/3 protocol?
I am assuming that the two satellite (RBS760) units would need and upgrade as well...
If you have a need for WPA3, you'll probably need to find a different Orbi system. Models 750, 850, 960 and all BE series now have mixed mode support. I think the 760 series was a limited run and and not givin long term development.
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Something to contact NG support about. Not sure if NG will be putting v7 FW out for the 760 series. They should know.
I did and no updates to support the mixed mode are on the horizon. Kind of lame as there is a wpa1/2 option and wpa3 is definitely not backwards compatible. Thanks.
If you have a need for WPA3, you'll probably need to find a different Orbi system. Models 750, 850, 960 and all BE series now have mixed mode support. I think the 760 series was a limited run and and not givin long term development.
and the reason not to choose is WPA2 is.....?
The same reason for moving from wpa to wpa2 - increased security...
I had two accounts and just deleted orbi_guy, so I can't mark this as resolved anymore. Thanks to FURRYe38 and CrimpOn for your responses - networknooby[orbi_guy]
