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New - R7000 Firmware Version 1.0.11.216 Released
Enhancement: 02/05/2024
- Ending ReadyCLOUD service for WiFi routers.
Security Fixes:
- This firmware addresses security vulnerabilities. For more information about security vulnerabilities, visit https://www.netgear.com/about/security
Download Link:
https://www.netgear.com/support/product/r7000
Firmware Update Instructions:
To update your router’s firmware, follow the instructions in your router’s user manual. To view your router’s user manual, visit https://www.netgear.com/support/product/R7000.aspx#docs.
Manually update FW on the router if this isn't seen on the routers web page:
https://kb.netgear.com/23960/How-do-I-manually-update-the-firmware-on-my-NETGEAR-router
NOTE: Use a wired PC and web browser to update router FW. If continued problems are seen after a FW update, it's recommended to try a factory reset and setup from scratch with out loading any saved configurations from backup files.
NOTE: If continued problems are seen after a FW update, it's recommended to try a factory reset and setup from scratch with out loading any saved configurations from backup files.
https://kb.netgear.com/9665/How-do-I-perform-a-factory-reset-on-my-NETGEAR-router
Or use the ERASE button on the routers web page to factory reset the router:
https://kb.netgear.com/24233/How-do-I-erase-the-configuration-settings-on-my-Nighthawk-router
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Let us know how this version of FW works for you...
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Just noticed that new a firmware 1.0.11.216 was released, addressing security vulnerabilities.
Installed, no issues so far
isaak wrote:
Just noticed that new a firmware 1.0.11.216 was released, addressing security vulnerabilities.
Installed, no issues so far
R7000 Firmware Version 1.0.11.216 - NETGEAR Support
I haven't been on this site for 18 months because the R7000s in both my FL and CA homes have run perfectly on 1.0.11.136, unlike most previous FW revs with bugs that drove me nuts over the 8 years I've owned these routers. So I'm a little worried about updating to '216 untill I see some posts from brave pioneers.
One question I have for pioneers is - Did you install '216 directly over '136 without a factory reset?
Another question is - How many fixed IP addresses do you have?
This has been a big headache for me because I often had intermittent FW bugs later appear and only go away if I did a factory reset and re-installed the same FW, which required me to manually re-enter my entire configuration, which includes many fixed IP addresses. I've wondered if having many fixed IP addresses caused the problems, so for many years I automatically did a factory reset with every FW undate. Big pain. Often I found that the new FW was buggy anyway.
My R7000s came very close to the trash bin many times, but '136 changed my mind. When my R7000s work, they work well. Wifi coverage is great. Better than any of my neighbors with single centrally-located routers. They all had to go to mesh systems and are amazed at the R7000 coverage throughout both my homes.
A factory reset maybe needed if problems are seen after a FW update. I recommend first trying a power OFF of the router for 30 seconds after the router processes the FW update and is back to ready. If problems continue after a power cycle, then a factory reset and setup from scratch would be next step.
Or
"If it works, don't fix it."
Anyone know why Netgear's support portal now lists 1.0.11.136 on the download page as being the latest firmware version for the R7000?
Download Center | Downloads and Documentation | NETGEAR
Was there an issue with versions beyond 1.0.11.136 that requires firmware to be reverted to 1.0.11.136?
All,
Does anyone know why the Netgear App does not recognize there is a new update so it can be uploaded via the app? The last two updates did not show up in the app and I only discovered them after having issues with the router. This should be unnecessary if the app has a "CHECK FOR UPDATES" function.
Would this happen to be because you need a paid subscription even though updates are not part of the ProSupport Subscription? Thoughts?
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Thank you.
I don't think NG is putting FW up on there auto update services for the R series anymore. If new FW comes out, has to be manually applied.
https://kb.netgear.com/23960/How-do-I-manually-update-the-firmware-on-my-NETGEAR-router
Hi!
I have the NG R7000 router, but i don't have updated years long because after one the FW update the Media server function was gone. (I have downgraded to V1.0.9.42_10.2.44 back again)
I would like know in this 1.0.11.216 firmware update is the Media Server, and Download (bittorrent) functions are working again?
Thanks for the answer.Review the release notes from this version of FW:
https://kb.netgear.com/000061067/R7000-Firmware-Version-1-0-9-88
sys64738 wrote:
Hi!
I have the NG R7000 router, but i don't have updated years long because after one the FW update the Media server function was gone. (I have downgraded to V1.0.9.42_10.2.44 back again)
I would like know in this 1.0.11.216 firmware update is the Media Server, and Download (bittorrent) functions are working again?
Thanks for the answer.
