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R7000 router firmware not automatically updating
For several months now, my R7000 router will not update automatically, despite having the radio button checked for automatic updates. Moreover, when checking for updates through the router's browser a...
Considering the very sad state of NETGEAR firmware, I wouldn't enable Auto-Update even if you pay me. It's a nice way of bricking your router. Do a manual update. At least then you can follow the process and take action if something is fishy
microchip8 wrote:
Do a manual update. At least then you can follow the process and take action if something is fishy
This is sound advice regardless of your views on Netgear's firmware, which certainly leaves lot to be desired on some devices.
And manual updates are best done with a wired connection rather than over wifi, which has a habit of dying at crucial moments.
How do I manually upgrade firmware to my NETGEAR router? | Answer | NETGEAR Support
Manual updates also let you read the release notes before you dive in. You may want to skip an update that removes an essential (to you) feature in the cause of delivering some sort of useless new "toy" that Netgear can charge for.