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Jhakala
Aspirant
Jan 05, 2022

Does Netgear send out firmware updates that you download for older products?

Got an email for a firmware (modem) update, supposidly from Netgear.  Before I try it, I am wondering if it is ligit or if I would be opening my computer to thieves.
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plemans
Guru - Experienced User
Jan 05, 2022

what device do you have ?

What firmware is currently on it? 

There's a support site with access to manuals, firmware, install guides, etc.
Go to https://www.netgear.com/support/
Type in your model number and from there it'll take you to the above.
Its a great resource to start with.

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    Jhakala
    Aspirant
    Jan 05, 2022

    I have an N600 Dual Band router

    • plemans's avatar
      plemans
      Guru - Experienced User
      Jan 05, 2022
      N600 is a speed, not a model. What model is it? And what firmware is on it?
      • wcalifas's avatar
        wcalifas
        Prodigy
        Jan 05, 2022

        Its probably not from netgear, if you want to update your router just go to netgear.com under the support section and write your model number to see what is the latest firmware for your router.