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GarryCR
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Aug 15, 2020
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Netgear Router D6220 Firmware update issue

hi, I have followed Netgear instuctions to update D6220 router to latest firmware, connected to router via wifi and using Genie, downloads 1.0.0.60 ok, then router reboots ( connection reset mesage a...
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    wcalifas
    Aug 16, 2020

    You should update your router while its connected via ethernet cable. Download the firmware file to your computer and then update it manually. I wouldn't ugrade the firmware to any router wirelessly since you risk bricking it if it disconnects from the wifi at some point.