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Jeffwb2u
Aspirant
May 09, 2026

Invalid Firmware error

I have a Netgear RAX43v2 Router currently running Firmware version 1.1.3.18.  I have tried several methods to update the router to a new firmware version, but no matter what I try it says that the Fi...
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FURRYe38
Guru - Experienced User
May 09, 2026

And you were sure to unpack the .zip file before attempting to apply it?

What browser were you using? Try MS Edge or FireFox? 

 

May need to contact NG support and ask for help on this...

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Jeffwb2u
Aspirant
May 09, 2026

Firefox made no difference.  Still says the Firmware file is Incorrect.