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Netgear Nighthawk R8000P Firmware Update
Firmware not updating manually nor via router web check option. Nighthawk R8000P Current Firmware Version: 1.4.1.50 Update Firmware Version: 1.4.1.62 I have attempted to update the firmware via the Ro...
I also was unable to update router firmware with the Nighthawk App, it would go for about 2 minutes, then fail, saying to "Try Again" later, which never worked. But it succeeded when I used a browser (FireFox) to 192.168.1.1 and chased it down that way.
I am having this problem updating to the latest firmware.
Currently at: V1.4.1.50_1.3.10
Trying to go to: 1.4.1.68_1.3.28
I called support, post 90 days. Was told I get 1 free issue, then I would have to pay.
I did the following over the phone with the tech:
1. Use firmware assistant to install - FAILED
2. Manually install the firmware (chk file) - FAILED
Factory reset the unit
3. Use firmware assistant to install - FAILED
4. Manually install the firmware (chk file) - FAILED
Was told this is a known firmware issue that is being worked on and expect to have a new firmware in a couple days. Not expecting much, but still have the case open.
I gave up on the R8000P router the router is vulnerable to hack ect.. due to the lack of the security firmware patches. I upgraded to the AX8 WiFi 6.
I also was unable to update router firmware with the Nighthawk App, it would go for about 2 minutes, then fail, saying to "Try Again" later, which never worked. But it succeeded when I used a browser (FireFox) to 192.168.1.1 and chased it down that way.