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lind930's avatar
lind930
Follower
Dec 10, 2020

403 Forbidden Error with Internet Tab

I've read many articles before coming here. When I try updating a setting in the "Internet" tab I get the following error: "403 Forbidden". I tried:

Firmware Factory reset

Router Factory reset

Firmware Update

 

2 Replies

  • plemans's avatar
    plemans
    Guru - Experienced User
    Dec 10, 2020

    You have the R6120?

    What firmware do you have on it? 

    What modem/gateway is it connected to? 

     

    When you say you're trying to update a setting, do you mean a setting in the router? 

    have you tried a different pc and browser? 

    • Linuxpete's avatar
      Linuxpete
      Aspirant
      Jan 16, 2021

      Yeah, I am now having the exact same issue. Even just switching to the internet tab and pressing "apply" sends up a 403. Seems like something has gone funky with the file permissions or something. But I'm no expert.

       

      Things I have tried

      Firmware reset

      Router reset

      Different browser

      Different computer

       

      No solution. I am still completely "Forbidden" from changing any settings in my internet tab.

       

      Oh, and just to address your questions. Yes we are attempting to change the settings on our routeres. Under basic (or even advanced) the "Internet" tab, which controls DNS, and ISP IP settings etc.

       

      Not sure if there is any soltuion in the Netgear community, this might be a top down issue.