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darebee
Dec 27, 2016Aspirant
R8500 Firwmare 1.0.2.86 Bricked Router
I logged on to my router this AM and noticed the update for 1.0.2.86. I upgraded but the router never came back online. The power light is blinking amber even after a reset (didn't seem to do anyth...
- Dec 29, 2016
Called Netgear support and received an RMA so they can send me a replacement.
Thanks,
-Darren
darebee
Dec 28, 2016Aspirant
Hello? Is there anyone out there that can assist me?
ElaineM
Dec 29, 2016NETGEAR Employee Retired
Welcome to the community, darebee
I suggest that you follow the steps from the link below.
How to upload firmware to a NETGEAR router using TFTP