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michaelkenward
Jan 17, 2021Guru - Experienced User
New firmware (V1.0.2.80) for the R7800
Some people here have reported problems with the V1.0.2.78 firmware on the R7800.
The browser graphical user interface (GUI) and the Genie for Windows tell me that there is now a V1.0.2.80 avai...
Jellev
Jan 27, 2021Tutor
JayboH wrote:You wrote "Not sure what you mean by" when you aren't confused?
I think an alternative firmware is far more relevant for people having problems with the last 5 FW-updates, than you telling people what they meant with their words.
I will test this firmware in AP-mode today and give feedback if there are any problems.
Jellev
Feb 22, 2021Tutor
R7800 / FW V1.0.2.80 / AP-mode
Here's a follow-up:
- Everything was fine for about a week, then router was out, reboot, ok.
- Again in about a week, no connection, reboot, ok.
- 2-3 days later disconnected, reboot, some minutes later disconnected, reboot, some minutes later disconnected, reboot, some minutes later disconnected, reboot, some minutes later disconnected, reboot, some minutes later disconnected, reboot, some minutes later disconnected, reboot, some minutes later disconnected, reboot, some minutes later disconnected, reboot, some minutes later disconnected, reboot, some minutes later disconnected, reboot, some minutes later disconnected, reboot, some minutes later disconnected, going crazy, back to FW V1.0.2.68.
So, problem definitly not solved with this firmware.
- paillassouMar 22, 2021ApprenticeNETGEAR R7800 FIRMWARE v1.0.2.80 issues
Netgear R7800 Firmware v1.0.2.80 contains BUGS
EXACLTLY SAME PROBLEMS and random REBOOT !!!
with firmware v1.0.2.74 or v1.0.2.76 or v1.0.2.78
R7800 reboots randomly after boot up .... works 2 minutes and reboot...
WIFI drops in AP MODE / unable to use AP MODE
R7800 v1.0.2.80 firmware always contains BUGS ...Even with fresh and clean install :
Reset the router = push reset button for 10s... Still the same problem.
DO NOT UPDATE FIRMWARE v1.0.2.80 R7800Back to firmware v1.0.2.68 and everything is OK again...
- JayboHMar 22, 2021Apprentice
Didn't you already post that?
- paillassouMar 22, 2021Apprentice
yes ! ... because .... there is any new firmware from NETGEAR for the R7800...
many people explain that the router disconnects, reboots, losts connection with 1.0.2.80...so .... - michaelkenwardMar 22, 2021Guru - Experienced User
paillassou wrote:
yes ! ... because .... there is any new firmware from NETGEAR for the R7800...
many people explain that the router disconnects, reboots, losts connection with 1.0.2.80...so ....Before anyone gets too excited, this "new" version is a couple of months old and dates back to 18 January.
R7800 Firmware Version 1.0.2.80 | Answer | NETGEAR Support
That's the date on the firmware file, not the release notes, although this time they are the same.
- paillassouMar 30, 2021Apprentice
HELLO
fyi 1.0.2.82 is out
i'm gonna try asapBye
- michaelkenwardMar 30, 2021Guru - Experienced User
paillassou wrote:
HELLO
fyi 1.0.2.82 is out
i'm gonna try asapBye
Read this before you jump:
R7800 Firmware Version 1.0.2.82 | Answer | NETGEAR Support
Several features removed.
Note that starting with this firmware release (V1.0.2.82), the following features are no longer supported: ReadySHARE Vault, OpenDNS (Live Parental Controls), remote GUI access, and WPS PIN function. If you want to continue using these features, do not update the firmware.
- MrMercuryMar 31, 2021GuideWhat is your experience? Did you test AP mode?
- paillassouMar 31, 2021Apprentice
TOPIC for R7800 v1.0.2.82 firmware issues HERE
https://community.netgear.com/t5/Nighthawk-WiFi-Routers/NETGEAR-R7800-FIRMWARE-v1-0-2-82 - MrMercuryMar 31, 2021Guide
Your posted link is dead paillassou.
- michaelkenwardMar 31, 2021Guru - Experienced User