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manxdoc
Guide
Nov 11, 2020
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Flash RBR50 to RBS50

Hi I have a RBK50 system, one RBR50 router and one RBS50 satellite. I have another RBR50 router which I cannot use but I could use another RBS50 satellite. Can I flash the RBR50 to use as a RBS50?...
  • plemans's avatar
    plemans
    Nov 11, 2020

    I've never done it so I can't tell you if it can/can't be reversed. 

    I do know you definitely stand a chance of bricking the device. 

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manxdoc
Guide
Nov 11, 2020
Thank you plemans, very helpful!
I read somewhere that the process can't be reversed. Is that right or can I go back and reinstall the router firmware?
Am I taking the risk of "bricking" the router?
Thanks
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plemans
Guru - Experienced User
Nov 11, 2020

I've never done it so I can't tell you if it can/can't be reversed. 

I do know you definitely stand a chance of bricking the device. 

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    manxdoc
    Guide
    Nov 11, 2020
    Thank you plemans!