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New - R8500 Firmware Version 1.0.2.158 Released
Security Fixes: 03/14/2022
Fixes security vulnerabilities.
For more information about security vulnerabilities, visit https://www.netgear.com/about/security/
Firmware Update Instructions: Do...
So I put my slightly used recently arrived R8500 online the other day. I am noticing DNS issues. So I enabled IPv6 using Auto Detect options and applied. Not seeing any more DNS issue however going to run this a bit longer. Other wise, FW seems ok.
I'm in the same boat with my R8500 and I am certainly evaluating other routers after a very good ride with Netgear. It is sad when you are forced to consider other options after a good bit of loyalty to Netgear both at home and in the office. I guess that is the way it goes, so I'll look for other equipment for future purchases if this is Netgear's take on the matter. It's not just end of life, its that they had a security issue, tried to fix it, caused more issues and then the answer is "end of life". No, that's Netgear hoping we will by another router by them and I agree with you. I also have employed an number of NAS units over the years both at home and work. I've also begun replacing those with other equipment. I had hoped Netgear would remain the solid performer they have been, but its just not so.
What same boat are you in that your referring too?
My R8500 has been working well on this version of FW. Just have to enable IPv6 to avoid DNS issue. Working great ever since.
X-1 wrote:
I'm in the same boat with my R8500 and I am certainly evaluating other routers after a very good ride with Netgear. It is sad when you are forced to consider other options after a good bit of loyalty to Netgear both at home and in the office. I guess that is the way it goes, so I'll look for other equipment for future purchases if this is Netgear's take on the matter. It's not just end of life, its that they had a security issue, tried to fix it, caused more issues and then the answer is "end of life". No, that's Netgear hoping we will by another router by them and I agree with you. I also have employed an number of NAS units over the years both at home and work. I've also begun replacing those with other equipment. I had hoped Netgear would remain the solid performer they have been, but its just not so.
I tried IPv6, it did work for about a day or two and then the router began resetting over and over. Turned IPv6 off and router returned to normal but with DNS issue. I've ordered a different router from another company. That will certainly prove it to be an issue with Netgear or something else in my hardware or settings.
What is the Mfr and model# of the Internet Service Providers modem/ONT the NG router is connected too?
Did you factory reset the router after v.158 was applied and setup from scratch?
I've had IPv6 enabled on mine and it hasn't rebooted. Wonder what else could be effecting your router.
What all do you have connected to it?
X-1 wrote:
I tried IPv6, it did work for about a day or two and then the router began resetting over and over. Turned IPv6 off and router returned to normal but with DNS issue. I've ordered a different router from another company. That will certainly prove it to be an issue with Netgear or something else in my hardware or settings.