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NightHawk Update
I don't have a smart phone, just a Dell laptop. Can I use the NetGear app on my laptop?
I'd like to update my NightHawk firmware but can't find the proper cable.
If you're truly dedicated to making sure you do it over ethernet, they make a usb-ethernet adapter. it looks like your model has usb C and usb A ports so either adapter should work for you. Just search amazon for usb 3.0 ethernet adapter. Or usb c ethernet adapter. You'll find quite a few and then just choose the one you want.
Or you can try it over wireless.
Or even borrow someone's laptop that has an ethernet port for you to use.
Up to you which route you choose.
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DreSt56 wrote:
I don't have a smart phone, just a Dell laptop. Can I use the NetGear app on my laptop?
I'd like to update my NightHawk firmware but can't find the proper cable.
I would recommend using a browser and not the app. I've had inconsistency with the app and the best results using the browser gui. You can login via routerlogin.net or using the IP address of the router.
Any firmware upgrade is recommended over an ethernet cable. if you don't have that option, you can do it over wireless. It just increases chances of corruption or errors. Thats why hardwired is always recommended. Here's your support site where you can get firmware, manuals, etc.
https://www.netgear.com/support/product/R7000P.aspx
Hi Plemans!
Thanks for your reply.
I see that on the front of my NightHawk P7000R, there is a USB port.
Can I use that to connect to my laptop for the update?
Sincerely,
Andre'a
No. Conncecting your laptop to the router by the USB port wouldn't work with your device.
If you don't have an ethernet cable, you can do it over wireless. it'll still work this route but it's recommened to be done over an ethernet connection.