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Malp
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Mar 09, 2025
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RBR850 + 2xRBS850 Satellite Firmware Update Issue

Hi there!   I had some issues with connectivity so I took the plunge and reset my RBR850, then updated the firmware finally to 7.2.7.15_5.1.16.  The 2x RBS850s connected without issue but I cannot ...
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FURRYe38
Guru - Experienced User
Mar 09, 2025

You need to update any and ALL RBS FIRST before the RBR is. 
Downgrade the RBR back to v4 FW, then manually update the RBS first. 

Follow this PDF Process:

https://community.netgear.com/t5/Orbi-WIFI-6-AX-AND-Wi-Fi-6E-AXE/Procedure-for-Factory-reset-of-RBS850/m-p/2359585/highlight/true#M53030

 

After you have the RBS updated then update the RBR lastly, factory reset the system and setup from scratch using this PDF process:

https://community.netgear.com/t5/Orbi-WIFI-6-AX-AND-Wi-Fi-6E-AXE/Procedure-for-Factory-reset-of-RBS850/m-p/2356834/highlight/true#M52575

 

I just did this with my 854 series system and is working great.