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R7000 firmware version 1.0.5.64_1.1.88 released today
New Firmware Version 1.0.5.64_1.1.88 Release Notes 1. [New Feature] Supports Smart Connect. 2. [New Feature] Supports the Kwilt app, which can be used to view photos stored on the...
Hi,
I'm only modestly technically skilled, so I'd just like to ask for a little clarificationo on the firware update process. Netgear's update instructions (http://kb.netgear.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/30695) say nothing about a need to reset to factory defaults after the upgrade, thus requiring the user to key in all the settings again.
Can you comment on the on yours (and others) suggestion to reset the router and re-enter settings, in light of Netgear's not mentioning the need to do this? It's not the end of the world to have to renter the settings, but it's not pleasant either.
Thanks,
Anton
Generally speaking, it is the best thing to do. Especially true it seems when going from a beta that has a higher number than the official release or to a lower release beta.
I've been doing that for years it seems. Not doing so has caused problems that I discover later.
If going up in official release to a newer one I've not done the reset/reload, but if I encounter problems I do do that. I never use a prior versions saved settings. I usually don't even save the settings as it isn't worth it to me.
Others may have different opinions.