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miller811
Tutor
Jan 08, 2022

R8000P firmware download failure

Still unable to run update, tried multiple browsers, and from IOS AP. IOS AP goes through motions and reboots, but never shows new verison. From firefox I see this   and then fails to update new GU...
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frstylfreddie
Aspirant
Jan 08, 2022

download the firmware update file manually from R8000P Firmware Version 1.4.2.84 | Answer | NETGEAR Support

extract the file, login into the router, go to the advanced tab, adminstration, then router update, click browse and browse to the file and install manually.  I couldn't get the auto check and update to work, but manual install worked fine and confirmed new firmware version installed.

miller811's avatar
miller811
Tutor
Jan 10, 2022

Thanks for the information. Downloaded the file, on the fence about attempting to manaul upgrade. Two work from home user. (my wife and I). Really can't afford to brick the device, may try over next weekend.

  • plemans's avatar
    plemans
    Guru - Experienced User
    Jan 10, 2022

    If you do try it, good luck!