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R6120 AC 1200 firmware issues
While the firmware update is in progress, the router got disconnected. After restarting the router, the power light does not turn on. When pressed reset and power button together, the power light bli...
many things can go wrong with tftp from it not being activate to the signal not being sent at the right time.
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