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R6020 Not working after attempt TFTP fix.
Hello. My router was stuck with the power button flashing. I learned I could fix it by linking up with it via Ethernet cable. I messed up when typing stuff in due to my anxiety issues. It said the fi...
you can re-try with tftp or nmrpflash but it might be borked.
are you on windows? if so, follow this guide
https://kb.netgear.com/000059634/How-to-upload-firmware-to-a-NETGEAR-router-using-Windows-TFTP
just make sure you enable tftp
https://www.thewindowsclub.com/enable-tftp-windows-10
and here's a video walk through using a tftp client. Use the built in one for windows 10 though. the video is more of an example of how its done.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R9DLrLQrpaw
and if that doesn't work, you can try using nmrpflash
https://github.com/jclehner/nmrpflash
- I tried to use nmrpflash but maybe I'm not too sure on how it works. When I run it, it just says a bunch of stuff and then prompts me to press any button to close the program.
utahraptor wrote:
When I run it, it just says a bunch of stuff and then prompts me to press any button to close the program.That "bunch of stuff" is important. These processes aren't forgiving.
Everything has to be correct, especially the "path" information and where you have the files on your PC.
You have to read the messages and understand what they say.
In the case of TFTP there are some useful videos that guide you through things.
